Biographical databases

Biographical Dictionary∞
This dictionary covers more than 28,000 notable men and women who have shaped our world from ancient times to the present day.

Biography.com∞
Search over 25,000 of the greatest lives, past and present.

Dead People Server∞
Laurie Mann’s fascinating site for death dates of people or rumours about their deaths or whether they are still alive. Updated daily!

Distinguished Women of Past and Present∞
Biographies of women, searchable by subject areas and by name. Information on current women in the news.

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