America's Founding Fathers

Biographical sketches of America's founding fathers are taken from the 1829 book, Lives of the Signers to the Declaration of Independence, by the Rev. Charles A. Goodrich.

Appleseed, Johnny

Learn about Johnny Appleseed, who planted trees throughout America. He was a real person, John Chapman.

Attuck, Crispus

Read about the first black patriot of the American Revolution from this article by John Moore

Banneker, Benjamin

From the Banneker Center for Economic Justice site, learn about the life of the first black American inventor

Commodore Barry

Read about the life and times of the American who is known as "The Father of The American Navy."

Bartram, William

Discover the life and contributions of America's first native born naturalist/artist and writer from this biography on The Bartram Trail Conference web site that is devoted to his Travels, published in 1791.

Berkeley, George(1685-1753)

From the Encyclopedia of Philosophy, this is a biography of Berkeley. A philosopher who believed in Idealism.

Bentham, Jeremy

From the Internet Encyclopedia of Philosophy, read about this famous philosopher and empiricist.

Borda, Jean Charles

Learn about the life of the man who worked on fluid mechanics. This biography is found on the MacTutor History of Mathematics web site.

Bowditch, Nathaniel

This is a biography, by Jim McAllister of the scientist who wrote The New American Practical Navigator, an essential tool for seaman, even today. This article is found on the Salem Web, Salem Tales site.

Catherine the Great: A Monarch for the Ages

This was written by Ursula Grosser for the two hundredth anniversary of this monarchs death November 1996.  This site also has a FAQ on Catherine.

Colonial Hall

This interesting site contains biographies of the American Founders who signed the Declaration of Independence. Biographies are listed by state. The site is maintained and edited by John Vinci.

Cook, Lewis

Cook was played an important part during the French and Indian war on the side of the French. In this biography you will learn about his life and acomplishments from this biography by Eleazer Williams.

Cornstalk, Shawnee Chief

Read this interesting biography of this Native American who lived in present day West Virginia, by Rev. William Henry Foote.

Couperin, François

A short biography of François Couperin 1668 - 1733, plus some of his works can be found here by L.D. Lampson.

Creed, Captain William

This man played an important part in the history of Prince Edward Island. On this web site you can read about him and his accomplishments. This biography is By Robert P. Murray, Esq.

Diderot, Denis (1713-1784)

The most prominent French Encyclopediest is looked at here. It explains his views and contributions to knowledge.

Edwards, Jonathan

Read about one of Americas foremost preachers of the 18th century from Wheaton College.

Ferguson, Patrick

The Silver Whistle web site contains a short biography of the inventor of the Ferguson Rifle and more useful resources about the era in which he lived.

Fredericus Rex: Prussia's King Frederick the Great

This is by the author Ursula Grosser.  An excellent biography of this king and his accomplishments.

George III

From the Official British Monarchy Web site read this biography of King George III. He was the reigning Monarch during The American Revolution.

Gerry, Elbridge

Read about this individual and his writings from the Lexrex web site. Gerry was a member of the mission to France during the XYZ Affair.

Great, Peter

An interesting biography of Peter the Great who was the Russian monarch that made Russia a power in the 18th century.

The Great, Peter

An interesting biography of Peter the Great who was the Russian monarch that made Russia a power in the 18th century.

Halley, Edmund

Learn about the man who discovered the proper motion of stars and the periodicity of comets.

The Hamilton Project

Learn about Alexander Hamilton and his writings at this web site. This site is hosted by Virginia University.

Hancock, John

From the Colonial Hall web site you can learn about Massachusetts first Governor and former president of the Continental Congress.

Herschel, Frederick Wilhelm

Read about this musician turned astronomer from Germany by Peggy Taylor & Sara Saey.

Jefferson, Thomas: His Political Impact

The Political Legacy of Thomas Jefferson has impacted United States politics ever since his election to the Presidency. Learn about this subject from the Thomas Jefferson The Architect of a Nation web site ran by the University of Virginia.

Thomas Jefferson, Son of Virginia

This article is about Thomas Jefferson and his contribution to the history of Virginia.

Johnson, Guy

This is a biography of the nephew of Sir William. This Johnson took over his uncles duties as superintendent of Indian Affairs when Sir William died in 1774.

Johnson, William Sir

This is a short biography of the English Baronet, who was a British Indian agent during the American Revolution.

Malthus, Thomas

This is a biography of the man who wrote the essay on Principles of Population. This biography page is a part of Bluepete.com, maintained by Peter Landry.

Marquis de Montcalm

From the Mohican Press web site read this interesting biography of the man who fought against Wolfe during the French and Indian War. This biography was written by Richard & Elaine Federici.

Marquis de Lafayette

Learn about Lafayette at this site. He was at Valley Forge during that infamous winter. You will learn about his exploits and other information here. This site is hosted by Liberty net.

Marquis de Sade

If you want to learn about this sadistic individual, this is the place to go. Warning: This is not for young people. Parents, please monitor your kids.

Messier, Charles

Learn about this famous French astronomer from the SEDS Organization.

Mifflin, Thomas

From the Quartermasters Foundation web site, read this biography of the United States first quartermaster general of the army.

Morris, Robert

This is a biography of America's Financier of the American Revolution.

Nelson, Lord Horatio

The England Expects: The Lord Horatio Nelson Site is one of the best sites I have seen that covers one man. It contains articles and new resources on this man. Very comprehensive and informative. This web site is a part of the Eastern Counties Network.

North, Frederick

From Britannia.com, check out this biography of Lord North and compare, contrast this biography with the one located at the USA Project.

Paine, Thomas

Brief biography of Thomas Paine, brought to you by From Revolution to Reconstruction Project.

Physick, Phillip Syng MD.

Learn about the "Father of American Surgery", at the Pennsylvania Hospital web site.

Peters, Thomas

In this essay by Gary B. Nash, you will learn about the African American experience during the American Revolution with a look at Thomas Peters life.

Putnam, Israel General

This informative website contains information about the Revolutionary war general and his contributions.

Queen Charlotte

Learn about Queen Charlotte, 1744-1818, Princess of Mecklenburg-Strelitz, and Queen and Consort of George III. This site is also in German.

Rasselas

This is a history of the Prince of Abyssinia by Samuel Johnson. This site is edited by Jack Lynch.

Rockingham, Marquee

Read about this Prime Minister, his contributions and policies towards the Colonies of Britain on the Britannia web site

Royal Descents of Famous People

This interesting site by Mark Humphrys, gives us the Royal decent of famous people.