Jean Lafitte was a French pirate and privateer who operated in the Gulf of Mexico in the early 19th century, running a smuggling empire out of Louisiana. Despite his criminal activities, he aided the United States during the War of 1812 and played a key role in the Battle of New Orleans.
Louis Armstrong was a legendary jazz musician from New Orleans, known for his distinctive gravelly voice and virtuosic trumpet playing. He became one of the most influential figures in jazz history, helping to popularize the genre worldwide with hits like "What a Wonderful World" and "Hello, Dolly!"
