1857 - 1967
Clarence Darrow was an influential American lawyer and prominent legal defender known for his defense of controversial cases in the early 20th century. He gained national fame for his role in the Scopes "Monkey" Trial in 1925, which challenged the teaching of evolution in schools, and for defending the infamous Leopold and Loeb murder case in 1924. Darrow was a staunch advocate for civil liberties and social justice throughout his career.