Born on This Day: November 11

American writer and first lady whose letters provide major insight into politics, family, and women’s lives in the early republic.

Russian novelist whose psychological and moral depth profoundly influenced world literature.

American astronomer whose measurements of galactic redshifts provided crucial evidence for an expanding universe.

American general whose armored warfare leadership significantly influenced Allied operations in World War II.

American novelist whose satire and humane skepticism transformed postwar literature.

American comedian whose improvisation and characters influenced generations of performers.

Mexican novelist whose fiction helped bring Latin American literature to worldwide prominence.

American actor and environmental advocate whose performances and activism have influenced cinema and public awareness.