Everyone wishes they could get ahead, but some people actually take the initiative and make it their lifelong goal to become independently wealthy. Throughout history, many of these individuals have made a lasting impact on society and the world around them. Check out this collection of pictures showing some of history’s most amazing self-made historical figures having a good time.
Of course, we’ve got no problem with the fellow who’s born with a silver spoon in his mouth, but there’s just something uniquely badass about the guy who pulls himself out of humble beginnings and keeps grinding until he’s got life by the balls.
