Born on This Day: October 5

American theologian whose sermons and writings profoundly influenced Protestant thought and the Great Awakening.

French philosopher and editor whose Encyclopédie became a major vehicle of Enlightenment knowledge and reform.

French inventor and filmmaker who, with his brother, helped establish projected motion pictures.

American physicist whose liquid-fueled rocket experiments laid foundations for modern rocketry and spaceflight.

American entrepreneur whose franchising system transformed fast food and global consumer business.

Czech playwright and dissident whose leadership helped end communist rule and establish democratic government.

American singer and guitarist whose recordings became enduring works of rock music.

Irish musician and activist whose charity concerts transformed global humanitarian fundraising.