A list of famous courageous people who have sacrificed their comfort, safety, and freedom to stand up for the principles of human dignity and liberty.
William Tyndale - one of the first persons to print the Bible in English. Executed for blasphemy after years of avoiding capture.
Martin Luther King Jn. - A symbol of the fight against racial discrimination. Martin Luther King passionately supported the civil rights movement, despite virulent opposition and discrimination in parts of America.
Thomas Jefferson - A key figure in the American revolution and foremost author of the Declaration of Independence. Jefferson sought to challenge existing.
Nelson Mandela - Nelson Mandela had the courage to fight against the unjust system of apartheid. For his political activities, he was sentenced to 20 years in prison, but he was released to lead a free South Africa.
Winston Churchill - In 1940, Britain stood, alone against Nazi Germany. Some in Britain wanted to seek a deal with Hitler, but Churchill wanted to fight on, and he inspired Britain through their darkest hour.
