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Man in MotionGB gets motion picture pioneer Charlie White ready for his close-up. Charlie synchronized sound to pictures when talkies were all the rage. In later years, he brought films to show people in nursing homes.
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Clara BartonBorn: Dec, 25, 1821 Died: April 12, 1912
A true pioneer, Clara Barton is best known as the founder of the American Red Cross and as a nurse who tended to countless wounded soldiers on Civil War battlefields. -
Frank Lloyd WrightBorn: June 8, 1867 Died: April 29, 1959
Considered the most influential architect of his time, Frank Lloyd Wright was a pioneer ahead of his time and is easily America's most famous architect. -
Sam DonaldsonVeteran newsman Sam Donaldson has never been shy about sharing his opinion.
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Lou WhitneyLou Whitney flies over hills at high speeds, takes sharp turns on dirt tracks and he competes in Motocross championships, all at the age of 72.
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Picture of the Day and B'days for August 1360 years ago today, 42-year-old rookie Satchel Paige threw his first complete game in the major leagues. Plus, Fidel turns 82 and the original Village People?
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Can He Do It?64-year-old adventurer Michael Fournier, a retired French Army officer is ready for his big moment. Fournier has spent two decades and nearly $20 million in a quest to break American Joe Kittinger's 48-year-old record for highest parachute jump.
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The Loss of a Dear FriendFor the first time in 109 years, 9 months and 5 days, Ruth 1898 is not on this earth. The oldest blogger in the world quietly slipped away. Her mind was crisp and clear to the very end. It’s not often you can say a 109 year old left this earth too...