Dwayne Johnson Accomplishments

Most knew him as a leader. At the center of a revolution he made his mark. The start of a change began slowly. Those around the world learned of the controversy. His accomplishment led to the presidency of a certain college.

Waylon Jennings left a big impact on the country music industry. His journey to fame and meeting Buddy Holly started everything. Buddy Holly gave Waylon Jennings his first hit, resulting in Jennings become an unforgettable country music artist. The Highwaymen was a country supergroup consisting of 4 of the biggest country music artist of that decade. The Highwaymen produced many hits that Waylon was a part of, making his fame rise even more. Waylon Jennings ending of career happened too soon. Waylon played until he didn’t have the health to play anymore.

Lyndon B. Johnson had only served one term, but he surprisingly accomplished a lot during his only term. Johnson had the ability to pass the acts that Kennedy created during his time in office. Some of these accomplishments include: Medicare and Medicaid, Education acts, and the Civil Rights acts. In order to continue his war on poverty, he established Medicare and Medicaid to aid poor families and the elderly. To further help families in need, as well as children, Johnson passed education acts to fix and create more public schools in poor areas. Lastly, civil rights acts were passed to give better opportunities for blacks within the United States. While these acts were based on Kennedy's ideas, Johnson found the way to put them into place.

He was also really good. What I thought was amazing is that he was a rookie of the year. A rookie of the year is like an all-star but they give to people who it is there first year playing in the MLB. Two years after his rookie of the year he won the National League MVP which stands for Most Valuable Person. As a final along the path of his career he won the most valuable thing you can collect. He and his team won the World Series.

"Pitching is the art of instilling fear" (Sandy Koufax). These are the words Sanford ¨Sandy¨ Koufax believed in, and strived towards throughout his entire Hall of Fame baseball career. Through his impeccable talents on and off the field, Sandy was able to engraft the characteristics of trust, loyalty, and determination into all of the hearts of those who watched him. Sandy Koufax was the most influential baseball player of the 1960s, because he had a lot of experience with the game of baseball since he was young, he had a great impact on the people who watched him because of his actions, and he helped pave the way for the game of baseball to become even better.

The two titles he is most known for is a minister and a Civil Rights activist. He has two names, one more known than the other. He was by far the most successful African American who ran for President until 2008 where Barack Obama won the First Black President. Can you guess who is? Another clue is that he is still alive. Who is he? Well, it is none other than Jesse Jackson. A man who is not only noteworthy and significant to American history , but Black history. Throughout this paper, a deeper understanding of Jesse Jackson will be discussed. Jesse Jackson's early life, education, accomplishments and contributions, and what he and his family are currently doing now.

Another reason is he won great awards. He was the rookie of the year. He was the average winner of the national bull riding finals. He got inducted into the Pro Rodeo Hall of Fame.[sports.jrank.org]

Many people think the stories of Bo Jackson are just a myth. Bo Jackson was an absolutely amazing athlete during high school, college, and the pros. He did many things for baseball and football inside and outside of the game. With Bo Jackson completely smashing records in high school and being an amazing hall of fame athlete in both the NFL and MLB he set the tone for many athletes to want to live up to the legacy of Bo Jackson. It wasn’t all easy for him though with hardships through school and childhood.

Dan Gable is titled by many as the most legendary amateur American wrestler and coach in the history of amateur American wrestling. To put into retrospect of Dan’s popularity in the wresting world, Gable is the Michael Jordan of Basketball, the Pele of Soccer, and the Muhammad Ali of boxing, everyone has heard of Dan Gable. That is how legendary Dan Gable is. But what single attribute made Mr. Gable so special and unique? To pinpoint one certain accolade that made Gable a legend is almost too hard. Dan Gable had an almost normal life growing up as a boy; he began his fame by his wrestling accolades as an athlete at Iowa State University

Ray Lewis’s other accomplishment is football because he was the greatest linebackers. Ray Lewis’s other accomplishment was tackling other teams so they will not win. Ray Lewis’s last was leading Baltimore Ravens to victory. Ray Lewis is still alive . He is retired from football when he was only forty two years old. Ray Lewis got famous by a thirteen-time pro bowler and the Ravens second ever draft choice which is the 26th overall in the 1900’s he helped guard the Baltimore Ravens to 2 super bowls title during his career. Ray Lewis is also famous got famous for playing the final football game on february the 3rd in 2013 in New Orleans, Louisiana in the super bowls title during his career. I admire the most about Ray Lewis’s accomplishment is leading the Baltimore Ravens to victory. The reason I admire that because Ray Lewis was really good at playing defense for the Baltimore Ravens. The reason the Ravens were lead to victory in the 1990’s and in the 2000’s was because of Ray Lewis for playing defense for the

Bill Russell, a sports legend. He influenced not only basketball, but the world as a whole. A world-changer can be defined as a person who impacts a large population showing character traits such as courage, modesty, and leadership. Although many haven’t heard of this athlete, he changed the modern world of sports and beyond. Despite constant criticism, Bill Russell overcame adversity to become a major positive influence for all African-Americans, changing the world in the process. As the great Jerry West once said, “He is an unbelievable man” (Shapiro 11).

In “Albert Pujols’ 3000th Hit Reminds Us Just How Brilliant He Was in His Prime” by Jon Tayler, the author describes Albert Pujols’ impressive baseball career. Pujols is one of the greatest hitters to every play the game, despite his recent batting slumps. The author outlines Pujols’ historic career by describing his early years, his later years, and his legacy.

Bo Jackson is a former athlete recognized across the country. His time in the NFL and MLB was short compared to most athletes. An injury he sustained while in a game as the result of a tackle was what pulled his career as a professional athlete to an end. Bo Jackson did continue after his injury though he was not as his former state and retired shortly after. Through his time in both sports of football and baseball he was recognised for his incredible speed, strength and ability. Bo Jackson still is not in either hall of fame for reason of his short run in either sport. While no longer being widely recognized he has some characteristics of an epic hero that make him exceptional.

Music is an Art form that has been around since humans were created All around the world music is played in many different forms and styles. As early as the 1950 's, a new style of music was being created in the Untied States, one that forever changed the world. Not only did it bring a completely different sound, but it changed the way people acted, dressed, and even people 's lifestyles. This new style of music became known as Rock and Roll. It drew many from a one-way path to a sea of possibilities musically. Me being a music lover really enjoyed the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame site. Rock and Roll have sheltered and comforted me in many times of needs. For as long as I can remember as a kid and throughout my painful adolescence years, and also as an adult, it has inspired me to appreciate the music of all kinds throughout the years.

As success kissed Johnsons feet, he became more and more well known throughout the nation. With that being said, he began to feel that he could do as he pleased and acted very independently. “Outside the ring, the handsome, savvy and charismatic Johnson prefigured today's celebrity athletes (and polarizing black stars like Kobe Bryant and Mike Tyson). He wore tailored suits, drove custom cars and slept with many women, white women in particular”(Poniewozik). These acts caused for an outrage amongst the white community. “Johnson did