Famous People From New Jersey

Thomas Edison

Thomas Edison

Thomas Edison was an American inventor best known for developing the electric light bulb, phonograph, and motion picture camera. He held over 1,000 patents and played a major role in shaping modern life through his innovations.


Woodrow Wilson

Woodrow Wilson

Woodrow Wilson was the 28th President of the United States, serving from 1913 to 1921, and is best known for leading the country during World War I. He introduced progressive reforms at home and proposed the League of Nations to promote global peace after the war.


Molly Pitcher

Molly Pitcher

Molly Pitcher was a heroine of the American Revolution who earned her nickname by carrying water to soldiers during the Battle of Monmouth. When her husband was wounded, she bravely took his place operating a cannon, becoming a symbol of courage and determination.


Clara Barton

Clara Barton - Angel of the Battlefield

Clara Barton was a pioneering nurse and humanitarian who founded the American Red Cross. Known as the “Angel of the Battlefield,” she provided critical medical supplies and support to soldiers during the Civil War.


Grover Cleveland

Grover Cleveland

Grover Cleveland was the 22nd and 24th President of the United States, making him the only president to serve two non-consecutive terms. Known for his honesty and fight against political corruption, he emphasized limited government and fiscal responsibility.


Jefferson Davis

George McClellan

George B. McClellan was a Union general during the American Civil War known for organizing and training the Army of the Potomac into a strong fighting force. However, he was criticized for being overly cautious in battle and was eventually removed from command by President Lincoln for failing to aggressively pursue Confederate forces.