Owens specialized in the sprints and the long jump and was recognized in his lifetime as "perhaps the greatest and most famous athlete in track and field history". He set three world records and tied another, all in less than an hour, at the 1935 Big Ten track meet in Ann Arbor, Michigan, a feat that has never been equaled and has been called "the greatest 45 minutes ever in sport".

Born to a coal mining family in West Virginia, Charlton enlisted in the Army out of high school in 1946. He was transferred to the segregated 24th Infantry Regiment, 25th Infantry Division, fighting in the Korean War. During a battle for Hill 543 near the village of Chipo-ri, Charlton took command of his platoon after its commanding officer was injured, leading it on three successive assaults of the hill. Charlton continued to lead the attack until the Chinese position was destroyed, at the cost of his life. For these actions, Charlton was awarded the medal.

On May 2, 1968, a 12-man Special Forces patrol, which included nine Montagnard tribesmen, was surrounded by an NVA infantry battalion of about 1,000 men. Benavidez heard the radio appeal for help and boarded a helicopter to respond. Armed only with a knife, he jumped from the helicopter carrying his medical bag and ran to help the trapped patrol. Benavidez "distinguished himself by a series of daring and extremely valorous actions... and because of his gallant choice to join voluntarily his comrades who were in critical straits, to expose himself constantly to withering enemy fire, and his refusal to be stopped despite numerous severe wounds, saved the lives of at least eight men." At one point in the battle an NVA soldier accosted him and stabbed him with his bayonet. Benavidez pulled it out, drew his own knife, killed him and kept going, leaving his knife in the NVA soldier's body. He later killed two more NVA soldiers with an AK-47 while providing cover fire for the people boarding the helicopter. After the battle, he was evacuated to the base camp, examined, and thought to be dead. As he was placed in a body bag among the other dead in body bags, he was suddenly recognized by a friend who called for help. A doctor came and examined him but believed Benavidez was dead. The doctor was about to zip up the body bag when Benavidez managed to spit in his face to show that he was alive. Benavidez had a total of 37 separate bullet, bayonet, and shrapnel wounds from the six-hour fight with the enemy battalion.

On February 24, 1981, President Ronald Reagan presented Roy P. Benavidez with the Medal of Honor in the Pentagon. Reagan turned to the press and said, "If the story of his heroism were a movie script, you would not believe it."

"Black Mamba",Mamba Mentality-As Bryant himself explained: “Mamba mentality is all about focusing on the process and trusting in the hard work when it matters most,” he said. “It's the ultimate mantra for the competitive spirit.-Mamba Mentality. What We Can Learn from the Great Kobe…

Inspirational:Kobe inspired millions of people around the world through his remarkable achievements, work ethic, and leadership. Kobe coined the term Mamba Mentality to describe his approach to the game and life. It represents a mindset of constant improvement, resilience, and determination.How Kobe Bryant Inspired Millions! | by Nouriel Gino Yazdinian | Medium

About the Monument:The statue features Bryant wearing his No. 8 jersey and posed with his right index finger in the air, inspired by the late player's postgame response to the Lakers' 122-104 win against the Toronto Raptors on January 22, 2006.The statue features Bryant wearing his No. 8 jersey and posed with his right index finger in the air, inspired by the late player's postgame response to the Lakers' 122-104 win against the Toronto Raptors on January 22, 2006.

19-Foot-Tall Statue of Kobe Bryant in Los Angeles ... - Art News

Why was it built?:Look to the rafters for a physical reminder of Bryant's indelible impact on the franchise, as the five championship banners he helped raise aren't far from the Nos. 8 and 24 jerseys that were retired in his honor. Now, Bryant's legacy is set to be immortalized with a monument outside the arena.Kobe Bryant statue, explained: What to know about Lakers

During World War 1, Curie established the Red Cross Radiology Service, in which she created mobile X-ray units. Doctors could take accurate pictures of the human body. Her technology saved and treated over a million wounded soldiers. Marie Curie passed away in France in 1934 due to aplastic anemia. Researchers believe that continuous exposure to radioactive elements caused her death. Marie Curie shattered the gender barriers and inspired generations of women. Her discoveries laid the groundwork for advancements in the fields of medicine, industry, and physics. Curie serves as a symbol of perseverance and innovation.

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https://www.smithsonianmag.com/history/madame-curies-passion-74183598/

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