Unsung Heroes of History: People Who Changed the World but Were Forgotten
History books celebrate kings, conquerors, and famous inventors—but what about the forgotten geniuses, rebels, and quiet revolutionaries who shaped our world? Here are 10 remarkable figures who changed history but never got the recognition they deserved. 1. Bayard Rustin – The Man Behind MLK’s Movement Why Forgotten? Openly gay in the 1960s, sidelined despite his crucial role. What He Did: - Organised the March on Washington (where MLK gave "I Have a Dream"). - Masterminded nonviolent civil rights protests. - Fought for labour rights and LGBTQ+ equality decades before it was mainstream. Quote: We need, in every community, a group of angelic troublemakers." 2. Rosalind Franklin – The Woman Who Discovered DNA (But Was Erased) Why Forgotten? Male colleagues took credit for her work. What She Did: - Captured Photo 51, the first X-ray image of DNA’s structure. - Watson & Cr...