Yearbook photos offer a rare and intimate glimpse into the early lives of people who would go on to shape history. These images capture their youth, ambition, and humanity, from brave soldiers and brilliant scientists to visionaries who dreamed of changing the world. Here we show you these yearbook photos of soldiers, scientists, and dreamers from the 20th century.
1. Dwight D. Eisenhower, Soldier
2. George S. Patton, Soldier
3. Audie Murphy, Soldier
4. Omar Bradley, Soldier
5. John F. Kennedy, Soldier
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6. Albert Einstein, scientist
7. Richard Feynman, scientist
8. Linus Pauling, scientist
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9. Amelia Earhart, scientist
10. Neil Armstrong, scientist
11. Eleanor Roosevelt, scientist
12. Carl Sagan, scientist
13. John Lennon, dreamer
14. Steve Jobs, dreamer
15. Rosa Parks, dreamers
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