Louis L'Amour is perhaps the most successful writer of Western novels ever. Most of his books are still in print and avidly collected by fans the world over. He was awarded a Congressional Medal of Honor in 1983 for his work. Birthplace: Jamestown.
An admired playwright, Maxwell Anderson's works include "What Price Glory?" and "Lost In The Stars." The latter play was based on Alan Paton's famous novel Cry, The Beloved Country. He attended the University of North Dakota in Grand Forks. Birthplace: Atlantic, Pennsylvania.
Peggy Lee was a singer with the big band of Benny Goodman. She also appeared in movies such as "Mr. Music" and "The Jazz Singer." Birthplace: Jamestown.
Noted television broadcaster Eric Sevareid burst onto the scene with his reporting on the events of World War II. He was also an author with the books "Canoeing With The Cree" and "Not So Wild A Dream" to his credit. Birthplace: Velva.
Lawrence Welk formed his first dance band in 1925 and toured the area entertaining fans. He started his famous television show in 1955, playing traditional tunes for a generally older audience. Birthplace: Strasburg.
