Charles Darwin (1809)

Italian polymath of the Renaissance whose interests included painting, sculpture, architecture, science, and engineering. His works include the Mona Lisa and The Last Supper.

Mexican painter known for her portraits, self-portraits, and works inspired by the nature and artifacts of Mexico. Her art blended realism with fantasy and drew on personal experience.

American aviation pioneer and author. She was the first female aviator to fly solo across the Atlantic Ocean in 1932. She disappeared in 1937 during an attempt to circumnavigate the globe.

English playwright and poet, widely regarded as the greatest writer in the English language. His works include Hamlet, Romeo and Juliet, and Macbeth.

English social reformer, statistician, and founder of modern nursing. She came to prominence while serving as a manager of nurses during the Crimean War.

Serbian-American inventor and electrical engineer best known for his contributions to the design of the modern alternating current electrical supply system.