Tony Conigliaro Tony Conigliaro, also referred to by his nicknames, “Tony C” or “Conig”, was an outfielder in the Major Leagues from 1964-1975. Tony was born in Revere, Massachusetts in 1945, graduated high school in 1962, and was immediately drafted that same year by the Wellsville Red Sox from the New York-Penn League. He would soon be called up to the majors and by the age of 19 was playing for his hometown team, the Boston Red Sox. Tony’s rookie season with the Red Sox was very impressive. Conigliaro batted .290 with 24 home runs and 52 RBI’s in only 111 games.
William P. Quinn was the fourth bishop of the African Methodist Episcopal Church and was one of the most energetic and longest-serving bishop out of all the other individuals. He was born on April 10th, 1788 in Calcutta, India. He was 20 years old when he immigrated to the U.S and settled in Bulks Country, Pennsylvania. After being reciprocated by the black Methodist preachers in 1808, he became more progressive in the church. In 1812, Quinn got his license to preach and attended at the conception of the AME Church in Philadelphia in 1816.
In 1675, Isaac Newton stated "if I have seen further, it is by standing on the shoulders of giants. " This sentiment is not solely confined to scientific disciplines, but extends throughout nearly every aspect of life. Progress cannot be obtained without innovation, and musical theater is no exception. Lin-Manuel Miranda’s work, especially that of Hamilton, would be nowhere as successful as it is without the influence of artists before him. It is apparent the work of Claude-Michel Schönberg, most notably Les Miserables, did much to shape Hamilton into the hit musical it is today.
Know how baseball changed the life of Robert Nelms Baseball is America’s favorite pastime, but it has emerged out to be the leading youth sport across the USA. Baseball has become highly popular among kid, and many parents are enrolling their child in the game as it is a great way to teach the value of teamwork. Robert Nelms is a baseball coach who is behind the success of the baseball team in Miami. Robert was into sports since teen and baseball was his favorite.
I chose Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton to be my confirmation saint. She became the first native born American saint in 1975. I believe that she influenced everyone around her, and that’s what I hope to do. Elizabeth Ann Bayley was born in New York in 1774 to a wealthy family. When she was just three years old, her mother died.
In 1990 32 year old Rick Santorum. He attended to a catholic church.
Phillip Garrido was born in California on April 5, 1951, he was the youngest child and always spoiled. He was bright, intelligent, polite, popular, and always stayed out of trouble said his father. When Phil graduated he devoted his life to music and started a rock band in 1967. Shortly after he started his rock band he got in a motorcycle accident resulting in serious head injuries and was never the same same ever again. Phillip Garrido was born in California on April 5, 1951, he was the youngest child and always spoiled.
Giovanni de Palestrina was born on February 3, 1525 near Rome, and died the day before his birthday on February 2, 1594 in Rome. Palestrian studies at Sta. Maria Maggiore between the years of 1537 and 1539. He was engaged as an organist and singer in the Cathedral of his native town. He also played the organ, helped with the choir, and taught music.
Saint Nilus of Rossano (Nilus the Younger) Nilus the Younger (c. 905-1005) was one of the Fathers of Greek monasticism in Italy, founding many abbeys, including the Abbey of Grottaferrata, the center of monasticism in Italy to this day. Although Basilian Monasticism had been declining in Italy, in part because of frequent Muslim attack, Saint Nilus revitalized, despite the many dangers involved. He had several other religious accomplishments, including supporting Pope Gregory V against antipope John XVI, and writing some liturgical poetry. However, he was not always such a pious man.
St Francis was born in Assisi Italy. They are not completely sure on when St Francis was born but they think he was born between 1181-1182. He was born to Pietro and his wife Pica de Bourlemont. At a very young age St Francis became very devoted to the lord and prayed everyday in the morning to pray for a good day. St Francis did very poor in school and he did not even attend college but the school that he did attend was connected to the church.
Nefertari was one of the most successful pharaohs in written history. She was the most beautiful woman in Egypt, but vain, social, irresponsible, and possessed a devil-may-care attitude. Besides herself, her family was her most precious treasure. Her parents - Pharaoh Aker (victorious) and his wife, Afrikaisi (from the Egyptian hills) - doted on her, and gave her her name, which meant “the most beautiful”. Her siblings - Cheres (god of war) and Bomani (warrior) - honored her, as she was the first-born.
Saint Catherine of Siena was born in 1347, the time of the Bubonic Plague. She was the youngest of a family of twenty-three children. When Catherine was born, she had a twin, but unfortunately her twin died. Her father, Jacopo, was a rich wool dyer and owned a big house where their family lived. Jacopo was so rich he had servants that worked and lived in his house.
Saint Nick was born on March 15, 270 A.D. into a very wealthy family, in the village Patara, Turkey. When he was a young boy his parents died and he inherited all their money. Before he
It is said that St. Nicholas was born around the time period of 280 A.D. in Patara, near Myra in modern day Turkey. Many people during this time period enjoyed his kindness and loyalty. The legend says that St. Nicholas went around giving away his wealth and traveled to many different places to help the poor and sick. One of the best known stories about St. Nicholas is that he saved three girls from being sold into slavery or prostitution by their father by providing them with the money, so that they could be married. Over several
Louie Zamperini had a rollercoaster of a life as he suffered from pains many would find unbearable and joys one would dream of. Louie was born on January 26,1917 in Olean, New York. Louie had a passion for running as long as he could remember according to himself. Louie was a troublemaker. He often stole from local stores as he often was in trouble with the law.
