Osama Bin Laden
A founder of the pan-Islamic militant organization al-Qaeda
Real World Example
Osama bin Laden was the founder of al-Qaeda, the group responsible for the September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks on the United States. These attacks led to significant global changes, including the U.S. War on Terror and increased security measures worldwide. His actions mattered at the time because they shifted how countries approached national security and international cooperation against terrorism. Today, his legacy is still felt through ongoing global counterterrorism efforts and the heightened security protocols we experience, such as airport screenings. A specific example is how travelers undergo thorough security checks before boarding flights to ensure safety, a direct response to the security challenges highlighted by bin Laden's actions.
