Historical icons - Amy Bissetta

View full lesson: http://ed.ted.com/lessons/historical-role-models-amy-bissetta Many notable American historical figures are considered role models -- but why? George Washington was devilishly smart, and Abraham Lincoln was a brave leader, but have you heard of Sybil Ludington or Beriah Green? Amy Bissetta expounds on the lessons of character we can learn from these historical giants, whether you've heard of them or not. Lesson by Amy Bissetta, animation by Mark Phillips. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices