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Top 10 Iconic and Famous Americans - Coggle Diagram
Top 10 Iconic and Famous Americans
MICHAEL JORDAN
one of the greatest athletes ever (regardless of sport)
capped of his career by returning from retirement (twice)
OPRAH WINFREY
one of the world's most powerful women and African-Americans
with her backing, any product or even political candidate can expect a surge in support
recognized as the media force
popularized the talk show and confessional TV
also credited with breaking cultural taboos and bringing spirituality to the mainstream
BABE RUTH
baseball (America's national pastime)
saved and transformed the game
with multiple records
one of the first spots in the Baseball Hall of Fame
the Sultan of Swat was one of the greatest to ever grace the field
charming, extroverted and friendly personality
the first athlete to combine sports and celebrity
MARTIN LUTHER KING, JR.
leader in the African-American fight for civil rights
personified the ideas
racial equality
peaceful protest
did everything in his power to see his version of the American dream become a reality
BENJAMIN FRANKLIN
was a top mind with experience in
writing
politics
music and more
symbol of American ingenuity
nicknamed The First American
famed for his scientific advancements and inventions which include
bifocals
the Franklin stove
electricity
with his contributions to the Declaration of Independence
also known as a witty, ethical man dedicated to civic duty
GEORGE WASHINGTON
position as commander-in-chief of the Continental Army during the Revolutionary War
became a Founding Father and the first President of the United States
renowned as
exemplary politician
war hero
the man who shaped the presidency
presided over the drafting of the Constitution
honored with monuments and memorials as the Father of the Country
JOHN F. KENNEDY
charming, eloquent and young
modernized the presidency and ushered in a New Frontier
the Kennedy family was known for its
wealth
nobility
political acumen
was as close to a Royal Family as the United States ever had
entered politics and subsequently led the country through crises, inspired the American space program and guided the nation towards racial equality before his untimely assassination
MARILYN MONROE
never held office , won the Nobel Prize or built a country, but
embodies Americana like no one else
achieved greatness as an actress known for her talent and sex appeal
romantic relationships with
other American icons like
Arthur Miller
Joe DiMaggio
JFK
increased her celebrity
ELVIS PRESLEY
became the first white artist to capture the feel of black music
greased hair, curled lip and swiveling hips lit up the big and small screens
while the King of Rock and Roll embodied American ideals, including commitment to country
ensured himself a life after his premature death
ABRAHAM LINCOLN
known as the Great Emancipator or simply Honest Abe
ascended to the presidency on the promise to end slavery in America
led the nation through the turbulence of secession and the Civil War
Lincoln's image is recognizable to all, with his
towering frame
top hat
honest eyes