Who is your favorite Historical figure?

United States
July 22, 2007 10:27pm CST
I don't have just one.My favorites change every time I learn of someone new. My first was Thomas Jefferson, then it was FDR and then JFK and the Truman, etc.Do you have a favorite?
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@Angelwriter (1954)
• United States
4 Jan 08
I've always been fascinated by Joan of Arc. It was amazing that she lead an army when she was so young, and her tragic ending just made her more fascinating. I'm also very interested in the Tudors -Henry the VII, his wives, Lady Jane Grey (who also was killed young), Elizabeth I.
• United States
6 Jan 08
I like Henry VIII too. The Tudor era is such an interesting time to study. Another thing that is fascinating about Joan Of Arc is that she was female warrior and the men followed her.
@youless (112123)
• Guangzhou, China
19 Oct 07
George Washington is my favorite because I think he is a brilliant person. He is very unselfish.
• United States
21 Oct 07
The first and only president that really didn't want the job.And since he didn't want it, he only did 2 terms and then finally got home to Mount Vernon.I like him too.
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@cripfemme (7698)
• United States
23 Jul 07
I am really fond of Martin Luther King, Jr and Abraham Lincoln. Because they did great things for people of color. I hope to live up to their example someday.
• United States
23 Jul 07
Do all you can do and not be afraid and you will live up to Martin And Abe.
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@vonne28th (1494)
• Philippines
23 Jul 07
abraham lincoln - remember abraham lincoln
I also have lots and one of them is Abraham Lincoln. He is best remembered for his vital role as the leader in preserving the Union during the Civil War and beginning the process that led to the end of slavery in the United States. He is also remembered for his character, his speeches and letters, and as a man of humble origins whose determination and perseverance led him to the nation's highest office.
• United States
23 Jul 07
What I admire about him is that he had a dry sense of humor.And he was prone to depression and yet he did what he had to do.
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@kantar (14)
• Turkey
15 Oct 07
so hard a question it is but besides from my prophes and his friend i can say Kanuni Sultan Süleyman or Süleyman the Magnificient as known in the western world
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