Born on This Day: April 11

Roman emperor who founded the Severan dynasty and reshaped imperial military and administrative power.

British statesman whose foreign policy influenced European diplomacy and independence movements in the Americas.

American jurist and statesman whose service shaped constitutional law, diplomacy, and public administration.

American diplomat whose policies helped create NATO and shape the early Cold War international order.

American chemist whose synthesis of medicinal compounds advanced pharmaceuticals and broke racial barriers in science.

French-American designer whose work influenced postwar fashion and the public image of the American presidency.

American human-rights advocate whose public service and foundation work supported social justice and civic engagement.

American journalist whose Pulitzer Prize-winning commentary influenced public debate on family, gender, politics, and social change.