Most influential people in history

Founded Christianity, shaping Western civilization and morality.

Pioneering physicist and chemist who discovered radioactive elements.

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Pioneering artist, inventor, and polymath who shaped Renaissance thought.

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Developed laws of motion and universal gravitation, shaping modern science.

Revolutionized physics with theory of relativity and inspired generations.

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Revolutionized music industry and popular culture with innovative productions.

Led civil rights movement, achieving significant social and political change.

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Founded modern evolutionary biology, revolutionizing scientific thought and understanding.

Shaped global politics and warfare with Nazi regime's atrocities.

Led India to independence through non-violent civil disobedience movement.

Cultural icon and entrepreneur with massive social media impact.

Revolutionized modern art with pioneering Cubist movement.

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Roman Emperor and Christianizer

Argentine professional footballer

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Argentine libertarian politician

Former King of Spain who led democratic transition.

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Indian spiritual leader

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Influential philosopher and economist

Austrian neurologist and psychoanalyst

Ancient Chinese philosopher

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Shaped modern Europe through military conquests and reforms.

Founded Mongol Empire, largest contiguous empire in history.

Argentine Marxist revolutionary

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Islamic Prophet

Founder of Buddhism

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