Columbus, Christopher - most controversial adventurer. Unfortunately, Earhart disappeared in 1937 while trying to fly around the world. Lindbergh, Charles- became a hero when he flew the first solo transatlantic flight in the Spirit of St. Louis. But with f ame, came unexpected problems. The Wealthiest 100 of all times .
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He began teaching public speaking at a New York YMCA in 1912. His book Art of Public Speaking was published in 1915. On the other hand Edison, Thomas - successful in obtaining 1,093 U.S. patents. Michael Eisner , Disney CEO, who had such a happy corporate marriage with co-leader Frank Wells before Wells's untimely death in a helicopter accident in 1994. Eisner would visit Wells's nearby office dozens of times a day, seeking his advice on virtually every decision.