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Lee Iacocca

American auto executive, best known for reviving Chrysler in the 1980s and helping to develop the Ford Mustang and the Minivan

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Fiorella LaGuardia

mayor of New York City (1934–1945), known for reforming city politics and improving public services during the Great Depression

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Enrico Fermi

A Nobel Prize-winning physicist, created the first nuclear reactor and made key contributions to the development of quantum theory and nuclear energy.

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Amadeo Giannini

Founder of Bank of America, revolutionized the banking industry by making loans more accessible to the common person and small businesses.

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Geraldine Ferraro

The first female vice-presidential candidate representing a major American political party (Democratic Party, 1984).

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Vince Lombardi

Legendary football coach of the Green Bay Packers, is widely regarded as one of the greatest coaches in NFL history, with multiple Super Bowl wins.

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Frank Sinatra

A cultural icon and one of the best-selling music artists of all time, was also an accomplished actor, winning an Academy Award.

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Antonin Scalia

As an Associate Justice of the U.S. Supreme Court (1986–2016), was known for his conservative views and strong advocacy for originalism in constitutional interpretation.

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Joseph Di Maggio

A Hall of Fame baseball player for the New York Yankees, was a cultural icon and known for his 56-game hitting streak.

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Mario Cuomo

Three-term governor of New York (1983–1994), was known for his eloquent speeches and liberal political views.

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Lucky Luciano

A notorious mobster, is considered the father of modern organized crime in the United States, having restructured the Mafia into a national crime syndicate.

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Mario Puzo

Author of The Godfather, his work reshaped the way Italian Americans and the Mafia were portrayed in American culture.

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Maria Montessori

An educator and physician, developed the Montessori method of education, which emphasizes independence and hands-on learning for children.

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Rudolph Giuliani

Mayor of New York City (1994–2001), is credited with reducing crime and for his leadership during the aftermath of the 9/11 attacks.

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Stefani Germanotta

A global pop superstar and actress known as Lady Gaga. Is known for her musical talent, innovative style, and advocacy for LGBTQ+ rights.

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Gianna Versace

An influential fashion designer, founded the luxury brand Versace, known for its bold, glamorous designs and colognes.

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Joseph Barbera

Co-creator of Hanna-Barbera, was behind iconic animated series like The Flintstones, Tom and Jerry, and Scooby-Doo.

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Sgt. John Basilone

A World War II Marine Corps hero, was awarded the Medal of Honor for his extraordinary bravery during the Battle of Guadalcanal.

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