Ezekiel Polk (December 7, 1747 – August 31, 1824) was an American soldier, pioneer, and the paternal grandfather of President James K. Polk. Born in Cumberland County, Pennsylvania, and raised in Mecklenburg County, North Carolina, Polk's early life was marked by his family's move southwestward, following the southern boundary of North Carolina. His military career saw him serve in various capacities, from lieutenant colonel of the district militia to a captain in the Third South Carolina Regiment of Horse Rangers. Polk's contributions during the Revolutionary War earned him a generous acreage of western land and the appointment as deputy surveyor in the Western District (then-Tennessee). Despite experiencing setbacks such as boundary disputes and the loss of his wife, Polk persevered and eventually settled in Tennessee. His legacy as a pioneering figure and the grandfather of a U.S. president endures as a testament to his enduring impact on American history.

Ezekiel Hart (15 May 1770 – 16 September 1843) was a significant figure in British North America, recognized as the first Jew elected to public office in the British Empire. Born in Trois-Rivières, Quebec, to Dorothea and Aaron Hart, he was raised in a family with a strong business background. Engaging in his father's fur trade activities and later establishing a brewery with his brothers, Ezekiel delved into various business ventures, including import-export trade and property acquisition.Hart's political career was marked by controversy, notably the Hart Affair, where objections were raised regarding his ability to take the oath of office as a Jew. Despite facing opposition and discrimination, he was elected twice to the Legislative Assembly of Lower Canada by the voters of Trois-Rivières.The Hart Affair stirred public debate and exposed the prevailing antisemitism of the time, with objections and attacks published in newspapers. Ultimately, Hart's perseverance led to his successful participation in the assembly, overcoming challenges and prejudices.Ezekiel Hart's legacy extends beyond his political struggles, reflecting the resilience and determination of a pioneering figure in Canadian history. His contributions and experiences serve as a testament to the ongoing pursuit of equality and representation.

Ezekiel Cornell (1733–1800) was a Revolutionary War general and a member of the U.S. Continental Congress, representing Rhode Island from 1780 to 1782. Born in Dartmouth, Massachusetts, he married Rachel Wood and had two children. Cornell, also known as "Old Snarl," served as a town meeting moderator and a deputy in the General Assembly. During the American Revolution, he played significant roles in the Siege of Boston, the Battle of Rhode Island, and as Deputy Adjutant General of the Continental Army. Cornell later became a brigadier general of Rhode Island state troops, leading a brigade in battles and serving in the Continental Congress. After his congressional service, he retired to his farm in Scituate, Rhode Island, where he passed away in 1800. Cornell's contributions to the military and politics of early America are remembered to this day.

Ezekiel Stone Wiggins (December 4, 1839 – August 14, 1910) was a Canadian weather and earthquake predictor, widely recognized as the "Ottawa Prophet". Born in Grand Lake, New Brunswick, Wiggins was a prolific author of scientific, educational, and religious works. He pursued his education at the Oakwood Grammar School and later attended the Philadelphia University of Medicine and Surgery, earning an MD in 1869. Wiggins also obtained a Bachelor of Arts from Albert University in Ontario.Throughout his career, Wiggins authored notable publications such as "The Architecture of the Heavens" and "English Grammar". He served as the first principal of W. Ross Macdonald School and founded Thompson's School. Additionally, Wiggins was an amateur historian, writing "The History of Queens County" New Brunswick, and also ventured into cryptozoology. He delved into theories about planetary attraction, earthquakes, and cyclones, claiming to have predicted the 1869 Saxby Gale.Wiggins' contributions extended beyond his academic pursuits, as he also held positions as a federal civil servant and served at St. Stephen's Anglican Church in Ottawa. His innovative and diverse theories continue to be a subject of fascination and study, solidifying his legacy as a prominent figure in Canadian history.

Ezekiel Forman Chambers (February 28, 1788 – January 30, 1867) was an influential American politician from Maryland. He graduated from Washington College in Chestertown in 1805 and later pursued a career in law, being admitted to the bar in 1808. Chambers' dedication to his country led him to serve as a captain of militia during the War of 1812, where he commanded a company at the Battle of Caulk's Field in 1814. His outstanding service earned him the rank of brigadier general of militia after the war. Chambers' political career flourished as he served in the Maryland State Senate, and later was elected to the United States Senate, where he played a key role as chairman of the Committee on the District of Columbia.After his tenure in the Senate, Chambers continued to serve his state as a presiding judge and judge of the Maryland Court of Appeals. Despite an unsuccessful Democratic candidacy for Governor of Maryland in 1864, his contributions to his state and country were substantial and impactful. Chambers passed away in 1867 in Chestertown, Maryland, where he was laid to rest in Chester Cemetery. Chambers' legacy lives on through his notable political career and his connections to historical figures, such as his granddaughter, the renowned writer Zenith Jones Brown.