Illustrated biographical profile of Alabama native Jesse Owens.

This brief biography highlights Condoleeza Rice's distinguished career in politics.

Detailed encyclopedia entry describing the history of literature in Alabama and how its writers have contributed to both American and world literature.

Biographical overview of the life and career of legendary football coach John Heisman, for whom the Heisman Trophy was named.

Detailed encyclopedia entry describing the economic, political, and social problems Alabama endured during World War I.

Ozzie Smith is featured in this brief biography highlighting his career as a Hall of Fame major league baseball player for the St.Louis Cardinals.

Paul "Bear" Bryant is featured in this biographical account highlighting his career as one of the most successful college football coaches in history mostly at the University of Alabama.

Illustrated biographical profile of Alabama native Willie Mays, baseball Hall of Famer.

Charles Barkley is featured in this biographical essay highlighting his Hall of Fame career as an NBA basketball player.

Biographical overview of the life and career of legendary sportscaster for the New York Yankees, Mel Allen.

Biographical profile makes note of the life and career of environmental literature author, William Bartram.

The Encyclopedia of Alabama offers a biographical profile of football legend, Joe Namath.

Carl Lewis is featured in this brief biography highlighting his career and achievements as a gold medal winning track and field athlete.

Biographical sketch of Mia Hamm.

Biographical sketch of Mia Hamm.