Annie Oakley was about as tough as they come and paved the way for other strong women to follow her path, but her life was also full of tragedy.
Steve Perry had a voice that helped make Journey one of the biggest bands in the world—but his own story took a surprisingly painful turn.
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When Jack Kerouac wrote On the Road, he inspired millions around the world—but the man himself was more tormented than people know.
Some people left such a lasting mark on history that their names became part of everyday English.
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