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Lizzie Borden

Accused of the infamous axe murders of her father and stepmother, Lizzie Borden's trial became one of the most sensational cases in American history.

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Lizzie was acquitted of the murders, but the case remains unsolved. The rhyme 'Lizzie Borden took an axe' has kept her story alive in popular culture.
After her acquittal, Lizzie lived a quiet life in Massachusetts, where she was ostracized by the community. She reportedly had a fascination with the theater and enjoyed traveling.
19th century (1860–1927)

Lord Byron

A Romantic poet with a scandalous reputation, Lord Byron's works and lifestyle made him one of the most famous figures of his time.

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Byron's works, such as 'Don Juan' and 'Childe Harold's Pilgrimage,' explore themes of love, freedom, and individualism. He was also involved in the Greek War of Independence.
Byron had a pet bear while studying at Cambridge, as the university prohibited dogs but said nothing about bears. He also had numerous affairs and fathered several children, including Ada Lovelace, a pioneer of computer programming.
Romantic era (1788–1824)

Louis Jean Lumière

A French inventor and filmmaker, Louis Lumière, along with his brother Auguste, is credited with pioneering the motion picture industry. They are often referred to as the fathers of cinema.

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The Lumière brothers held the first public screening of films in 1895, including their famous short film 'Workers Leaving the Lumière Factory,' which is considered one of the first motion pictures.
Louis Lumière once famously said, 'Cinema is an invention without a future,' underestimating the profound impact his invention would have on the world.
19th-20th century (Early Cinema)

Louis Pasteur

A French chemist and microbiologist, Pasteur is renowned for his discoveries in vaccination, microbial fermentation, and pasteurization. His work laid the foundation for modern microbiology and medicine.

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Pasteur developed vaccines for rabies and anthrax and disproved the theory of spontaneous generation, proving that microorganisms cause disease.
Pasteur's process of pasteurization, which involves heating liquids to kill bacteria, is still widely used today to ensure the safety of milk and other products.
19th century (Modern Medicine)

Lucky Luciano

A mob boss who shaped organized crime in America, Lucky Luciano was a key figure in the development of the modern Mafia.

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Luciano organized the National Crime Syndicate and was instrumental in the creation of the Commission, which governed the Mafia. He was deported to Italy in 1946.
Despite his criminal activities, Luciano cooperated with the U.S. government during World War II, providing intelligence that helped secure the New York docks from sabotage.
20th century (1897–1962)

Lucrezia Borgia

Often portrayed as a villainess, Lucrezia Borgia was a more nuanced historical figure who played a significant role in Renaissance politics and culture.

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Lucrezia was the daughter of Pope Alexander VI and was married three times for political alliances. She was also a patron of the arts and a skilled diplomat.
Lucrezia's reputation for poisoning her enemies is largely based on rumors and propaganda. In reality, she was a capable and influential figure in her own right.
Renaissance (1480–1519)

Ludwig van Beethoven

A German composer and pianist, Beethoven is one of the most celebrated composers in Western classical music. His works, such as the Ninth Symphony, transcend musical boundaries.

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Beethoven continued to compose and perform even after losing his hearing, creating some of his most profound works, including the 'Moonlight Sonata' and 'Fidelio.'
Beethoven's Ninth Symphony, with its 'Ode to Joy,' is the first symphony to include a chorus and has become an anthem for unity and freedom.
18th-19th century (Classical/Romantic Music)

Lycurgus

A legendary lawgiver of Sparta, Lycurgus is credited with establishing the military-oriented reforms that shaped Spartan society.

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Lycurgus' reforms included the redistribution of land, the creation of the Spartan constitution, and the establishment of the agoge, the rigorous education system for Spartan boys.
Lycurgus' existence is debated by historians, with some considering him a mythical figure rather than a historical person.
9th century BC (800–730 BC)

Mahatma Gandhi

The leader of the Indian independence movement, Gandhi's philosophy of nonviolent resistance inspired movements for civil rights and freedom worldwide.

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Gandhi led India to independence from British rule through peaceful protests, fasting, and civil disobedience. He is often called the 'Father of the Nation' in India.
Gandhi walked over 240 miles during the Salt March to protest British salt taxes. He also experimented with diet and lifestyle, often fasting for political and spiritual reasons.
Late 19th to mid-20th century (1869–1948)
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