Nebraska History - Famous People

Question 1

Born in Omaha, NE this man was the 38th President of the United States of America.

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Gerald R. Ford

Question 2

The woman served as the 36th governor of Nebraska from 1987 - 1991.

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Kay Orr

Question 3

(1832-1903) A man from Nebraska City. The founder of Arbor Day & once Secretary of Agriculture.

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J. Sterling Morton

Question 4

Born in Omaha, this businessman is consistently ranked one of the worlds wealthiest people.

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Warren Buffet

Question 5

Famous Nebraskan who hosted a late night talk show for over 30 years.

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Johnny Carson

Question 6

One of the greatest pitchers in baseball history. From Alba, NE Nickname 'Old Pete'

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Grover Cleveland Alexander

Question 7

This man was born in Omaha NE. (1925-1965) He was a leader of the radical black power movement.

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Malcolm X

Question 8

Famous 1990's Nebraska Football Coach. Won '94, '95, & '97 Championships.

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Tom Osborne

Question 9

A Nebraskan born stand up comedian, Member of Blue Collar Comedy Tour.

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Daniel Whitney Lawrence "Larry the Cable Guy"

Question 10

From Nebraska City, An Oglala Sioux leader who defeated the U.S. Army in many battles.

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Red Cloud

Question 11

A social reformer who help to write the Social Security Act, born in Grand Island in 1878.

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Grace Abbott

Question 12

Iconic Western Figure, lived in NE, Worked under 5th calvary, killed a Cheyenne Indian Chief

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William Frederick "Buffale Bill" Cody

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