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Alphabetical Index for Who's Who: C

Here are individuals in the Who's Who resource whose names begin with the letter C. The project is in transition; until our changeover is complete, you can find all entries beginning with C in this directory.
Catharine of Aragon
Catherine was the first wife of Henry VIII of England. Her refusal to go quietly when Henry sought to annul their marriage and the political connections that bolstered her position played a significant role in Henry's break with the Catholic Church.
Charlemagne
Charlemagne consolidated a large portion of Europe under his rule, promoted learning, and instituted innovative administrative concepts.
Christine de Pizan
Christine de Pizan was the first woman in western literature known to make a living from her writing. Widowed, she supported her three children and her mother with her writing, and championed women in her works.
El Cid
Rodrigo Diaz de Vivar acquired the title of El Cid during his lifetime. He is the national hero of Spain.
Pope Clement VII
The illegitimate son of Giuliano de'Medici rose to the highest power in the Church, but Pope Clement VII's vacillation caused trouble among the warring nations of Europe.
Constantine the Great
Constantine the Great was the first Roman emperor to profess Christianity. Constantine's support of the religion would help transform it into the institution it would remain through the Middle Ages.

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