Who Is The Greatest Leader In World History?

Courage, tolerance, ruthlessness: which factors define an inspiring, effective figurehead? BBC World Histories Magazine asked historians including Rana Mitter, Margaret MacMillan and Gus Casely-Hayford to nominate the greatest leader – someone who exercised power and had a positive impact on humanity – and to explore their achievements and legacy. So who has topped the poll?

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