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English naturalist and biologist best known for developing the theory of evolution, as presented in his 1859 work "On the Origin of Species."
Military leader and WWII general who played a key role in D-Day and became first Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff.
Actor known for his energetic style as host of TV's "The Arsenio Hall Show" and in films like "Coming to America."
Henry Highland Garnet, born enslaved, becomes the first Black man to give a sermon in the US Capitol when he delivers his anti-slavery speech "Let the Monster Perish."
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