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Abraham Lincoln: The Great Emancipator

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 Abraham Lincoln: The Great Emancipator Abraham Lincoln, often referred to as the " Great Emancipator ," is one of the most iconic figures in American history. Serving as the 16th President of the United States from 1861 to 1865 , Lincoln's leadership during one of the nation's darkest periods left an indelible mark on the course of American history. BIRTH : Born on February 12, 1809 , in a log cabin in Hardin County, Kentucky , Lincoln's early life was marked by poverty and hardship. He received very little formal education but possessed an insatiable appetite for learning, often reading books and newspapers by candlelight. This determination to educate himself would become a hallmark of his character. ENTRY IN POLITICS: Lincoln's entry into politics came in 1832 when he ran unsuccessfully for the Illinois State Legislature. However, this defeat did not deter him, and he continued to work on his political career, serving in the Illinois State Legislature f...

Arthur Ashe's legacy

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  Arthur Ashe was an American professional tennis player and civil rights activist. He was born on July 10, 1943, in Richmond, Virginia, and began playing tennis at a young age. Ashe faced significant obstacles in his life, including segregation and racism in his home state of Virginia and the broader United States. Despite these challenges, Ashe went on to become a highly successful tennis player, winning three Grand Slam titles, including the US Open, Wimbledon, and the Australian Open. He was also the first African American player to be selected for the United States Davis Cup team, where he played a key role in helping the team win its first title in 1968. Ashe was known for his grace and elegance on the court, as well as his intelligence and dignity off the court. He was a respected civil rights activist who used his platform as a tennis player to advocate for social justice and equality. Ashe was particularly passionate about fighting against apartheid in South Africa, and he...

Nawab Ata Muhammad Khan

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  This person running a horse with a spear in his hand is Nawab Atta Muhammad Khan. Who remained on the back of a horse till the age of 80 years. It looked like a brutal Nawab, but in reality he was not. Throughout his life, he was a great devotee of horse racing, javelin and oriental traditions.  Aitchison and Oxford wore coats and trousers to the extent of the class and wore nothing but shalwar kameez and pugs all his life. Khudjadi was not only the Nawab of Pashti but also the son-in-law of the Nawab of Kala Bagh. USA, UK, France, Germany. In Canada, South Africa and India, participation in world horse riding competitions was canceled. After graduating from Oxford, he became a gold medalist, but he reached the convocation in the same condition. The university administration presented the dress code rule and asked to change the dress, but refused. Management said,  "If this is to be worn, then it will not be allowed to come to the dise and take it from the Queen." Answe...