Edward I of England

Edward I (actually the fourth, but who&#39;s counting?)&nbsp;is familiar to most as the antagonist in the 1995 film Braveheart. Played to malevolent perfection by veteran Irish actor Patrick McGoohan, Edward is typically remembered as a tyrannical but brutally effective ruler. A more restrained portrayal of an aging ruler by Stephen Dillane can be seen in 2018&#39;s&nbsp;Outlaw King,&nbsp;but there have been no major portrayals&nbsp;of Edward&#39;s rule as a whole or of him in his prime.

The real Edward I was&nbsp;one of the most influential monarchs to ever take the English throne. His lengthy reign shaped the course of not only English history, but also Scottish and Welsh history for years to come.&nbsp;

He lived an eventful life&nbsp;full of adventure, intrigue, innovation, and savage cruelty against those who opposed him. This collection showcases some of the most interesting details of Edward&#39;s life that haven&#39;t been shown on screen. Yet.&nbsp;

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If you've ever watched Jeopardy!, you know that <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.ranker.com/list/triple-stumper-hardest-jeopardy-questions-2020/jgu">some questions are harder </a>than others. Well, some answers are harder than others - but you know what we mean.&nbsp;When it comes to questions about people, however, an additional difficulty may arise. Regardless of the category, a question about an individual can appear. It may be a politician, artist, musician, performer… the list goes on.&nbsp;Maybe that's why <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.ranker.com/list/jeopardy-behind-the-scenes/setareh-janda">Jeopardy</a>! questions about historical figures are <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.ranker.com/list/jeopardy-history-questions-champions-missed/melissa-sartore">so challenging.</a> Almost anyone and everyone is, in theory, fair game.&nbsp;We found that to be true and had a hard time answering many of the questions here. Test your knowledge and see how you do!

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Dr. Seuss

Known to the world as <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.ranker.com/list/dr-seuss-facts/tamar-altebarmakian">Dr. Seuss</a>, Theodor Seuss Geisel was born in Springfield, MA, on March 2, 1904. His first book,&nbsp;And to Think That I Saw It on Mulberry Street, made its debut in 1937, and he would continue to publish classics for several decades thereafter.&nbsp;Under their cartoonish and fantastical veneer, Dr. Seuss's stories seem to have a deeper or darker meaning -&nbsp;a quality&nbsp;that&nbsp;also appears to be true of his personal life. While there's no denying the author's enormous contribution to children's literature, some of his private and public actions may leave you disturbed.

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Hollywood loves a good biopic. But many of the same stories get told over and over again - think of <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.ranker.com/list/who-was-henry-viii/carly-silver">Henry VIII</a> or <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.ranker.com/list/lincoln-assassination-facts/setareh-janda">Abraham Lincoln</a> - even though there are plenty of lesser-known, unsung <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://m.ranker.com/list/people-who-should-have-biopics/matthewcoleweiss">historical figures who deserve a movie</a> about their lives, too.Just because a&nbsp;historical figure may not be widely known doesn't mean their story isn't worth telling. In fact, films are a great&nbsp;- if not strictly accurate - way to&nbsp;introduce&nbsp;people to lesser-known figures. That's certainly true of movies like&nbsp;Hidden Figures,&nbsp;Ammonite, and&nbsp;The Imitation Game, which helped 21st-century folks get to know historical figures Katherine Johnson, Mary Anning, and Alan Turing.Similarly, the people on this list should have their stories told, too. From <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.ranker.com/list/adrian-de-carton-wiart-unkillable-soldier/setareh-janda">soldiers who exemplified military chutzpah</a> to writers who demonstrated that the pen is mightier than the sword, these historical figures lived epic&nbsp;lives that would be compelling fodder for biopics.

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Celebrities, politicians, and other famous figures&nbsp;pass each and every day - sometimes unexpectedly at a young age, sometimes after living very long lives. The final moments of famous figures, especially those who meet a quick and sudden end, are often of interest to&nbsp;contemporaries and historians alike. Whether it&#39;s the last places historical figures&nbsp;visited or the final people well-known celebrities&nbsp;spoke to, finding out more about these endmost&nbsp;events&nbsp;may provide solace, a sense of familiarity, or a modicum of understanding.&nbsp;&nbsp;

The last meals of historical figures similarly provide fascinating insight&nbsp;into their final moments. What did Abraham Lincoln eat before he <a href="https://www.ranker.com/list/what-was-in-lincolns-pockets/mallory-weiler" target="_blank">went to Ford&#39;s Theatre</a>? What was on the menu the day Princess Diana died? These things are known and, at times, there are even recipes. Take a look at some of the foods historical figures ate before they died and decide which ones sound like deliciously fitting final meals.&nbsp;

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Over 900 music fans have voted to shape these rankings of the best music biopics of all time. With its unique blend of documentary and drama, a great music biopic can transport you into the world of your favorite artist - their struggles, successes, and everything in between.

From the Ray Charles&#39;s&nbsp;Ray&nbsp;to Johnny Cash&#39;s Walk The Line, some of cinema&#39;s most memorable films have been based on real-life musicians. It takes real skill for filmmakers to capture an artist&rsquo;s essence while keeping them grounded in reality, but when they succeed it results in cinematic magic - moments that stay with us long after the credits roll.

For those who want a more accurate portrait than fiction can provide, there are plenty of documentaries about famous musicians available too. Whether it&#39;s Queen or Elton John that you&#39;re interested in learning more about, this list has something for everyone.&nbsp;So why not take a look at our ranking and see which music biopics come out on top? Then be sure to vote up your favorites so they rise even higher.

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The way we view the past is shaped by the present. As societal attitudes and values shift over time, the legacies of historical figures change as they are reevaluated. Some of these changes are dramatic - individuals&nbsp;once viewed positively&nbsp;have had darker aspects of their past come to light. For others, the reverse is true; those who were reviled and divisive in their own lives enjoy a resurgence in popularity after their passing.

<a href="https://www.ranker.com/list/whoa-abraham-lincoln-facts/mallory-weiler" target="_blank">Abraham Lincoln</a> might be highly regarded by most people today, but he was a deeply polarizing figure in his own time. Historical legacies can also vary greatly depending on whom you ask. While <a href="https://www.ranker.com/list/whoa-queen-victoria-facts/mallory-weiler" target="_blank">Queen Victoria</a> remains quite popular in Britain and the more autonomous parts of the British Empire, the areas that came under harsh colonial rule naturally view those years quite differently.&nbsp;

This collection examines <a class="edS-cl" href="https://www.ranker.com/list/important-figures-from-each-us-state/ella-talkin?ref=internalCrossLinking_keyword">prominent historical figures</a> whose reputation has changed with the times and how some individuals are regarded quite differently in the present than they were in their own lifetimes.&nbsp;

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Period pieces can be a lot of fun when you&#39;re in the mood. That being said, isn&#39;t it more enjoyable when production teams bring actual historical figures into entirely fictional films? It just brings an ineffable kind of spark to the proceedings. Appearances like this can be used to lend&nbsp;an air of authenticity to the picture - like Nikola Tesla in&nbsp;The Prestige -&nbsp;or used to tell completely fabricated stories, like Abraham Lincoln in&nbsp;Abraham Lincoln: Vampire Hunter.

Then there are movies like&nbsp;Bill &amp; Ted&#39;s Excellent Adventure&nbsp;and&nbsp;Midnight in Paris,&nbsp;where historical figures are a dime a dozen. Whatever the case, it&#39;s hard not to&nbsp;love the kinds of stories in which real people show up in fabricated tales. Remember to vote up your favorites.

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The chain of command and obeying orders are two concepts that are essential to military success. But military history is still full of people who disobeyed orders. Armies are made up of <a href="https://www.ranker.com/list/adrian-de-carton-wiart-unkillable-soldier/setareh-janda" target="_blank">individuals</a>, and regardless of the time period or culture, there are always people who buck the system.&nbsp;

The reasons soldiers have disobeyed are as varied as the <a href="https://www.ranker.com/list/unusual-military-units/jim-rowley" target="_blank">world&#39;s militaries themselves</a>. Many have refused commands that they personally found objectionable, like Col. Raoul Berube, the WWI commander who refused to fire on his troops for their perceived cowardice. With others, like Union General Daniel Sickles in the Civil War, their reasons had more to do with their own glory. And sometimes,&nbsp;soldiers have disobeyed because their&nbsp;orders were too cautious,&nbsp;as Australian Lt. Thomas Derrick did during the Battle of Sattelberg in 1943.

Here are some times people disregarded orders -&nbsp;and changed history along the way.

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Many traits make for an effective <a href="https://www.ranker.com/list/best-poker-players-all-time/ranker-sports" target="_blank">card player</a>. Some rely on the numbers, others on reading the slight reactions of other players, while still others play mostly on instinct.&nbsp;If it were possible to gather some of history&#39;s well-known personalities for a no-limit Texas Hold &#39;em tournament, who would come out on top?

Would <a href="https://www.ranker.com/list/12-things-we-learned-about-alexander-the-great-that-made-us-say-_whoa_/michael-muir" target="_blank">Alexander the Great</a> have the staying power? Could anyone get a read on <a href="https://www.ranker.com/list/wild-facts-about-queen-victoria/tamar-altebarmakian" target="_blank">Queen Victoria</a>?

This collection imagines how historical figures would fare at&nbsp;the card table, and where their strengths and weaknesses would lie.

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In times of crisis, core beliefs can often take a back seat to more immediate goals. Even a sworn <a href="https://www.ranker.com/list/states-always-fighting/michael-muir" target="_blank">religious or political&nbsp;foe</a> can seem like a <a href="https://www.ranker.com/list/best-allies/michael-muir" target="_blank">friend in a pinch</a>. Sometimes the cooperation stems from a mutual enemy;&nbsp;at other moments, the bigger prize is worth the cost of helping a rival.

From the uneasy coalition of Romans and Barbarian&nbsp;kingdoms that stood against Attila, to the American and German rescue mission in the dying days of World War II, this collection&nbsp;looks at the strangest historical partnerships.

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Whether&nbsp;a simple shortening of someone&#39;s given name or a way of describing a person&#39;s personality or behavior, nicknames have been a part of cultures all over the world for centuries. And no matter whether someone is a&nbsp;historical figure&nbsp;or not, a nickname can be&nbsp;flattering or scathing, funny or serious, obvious or surprising.&nbsp;

The historical figures below were tagged with nicknames that ranged from &quot;<a href="https://www.ranker.com/list/whoa-roman-emperor-facts/pierce-nahigyan" target="_blank">Little Boots</a>&quot; and &quot;<a href="https://www.ranker.com/list/whoa-george-s-patton-facts/mallory-weiler" target="_blank">The Green Hornet</a>&quot; to &quot;The Black Swallow of Death&quot; and &quot;<a href="https://www.ranker.com/list/biggest-badasses-in-history/chase-christy" target="_blank">The Boneless</a>.&quot; Of the nicknames listed below, which would you prefer to be remembered by for the rest of time?

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If you come at the king, you’d best not miss, and if you do succeed, you’d better be ready to look over your shoulder for the rest of your days. Even when a <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.ranker.com/list/why-do-military-coups-happen/megan-summers">conspiracy to topple a king</a> actually succeeds, that doesn’t mean things worked out for the perpetrators. Regicide often comes with unforeseen costs.&nbsp;This collection looks at the times when historical backstabbers got way more than they bargained for.&nbsp;

10 Historical Backstabs That Backfired Big Time

Exiles.History is littered with the stories of people who, for a variety of reasons, were cast away from their homes and forced to live in foreign lands. Getting exiled was always a risk in the game of politics. Make the wrong enemy or fall from grace, and men and women who lived public lives could be banished&nbsp;by their opponents to get them out of the way.&nbsp;In the ancient world, many important historical figures were cast out of places like Athens and Rome, where citizens took banishment very seriously. The modern world continues to use exile as a political tool to push out dictators, overthrow governments, and silence inconvenient activists.&nbsp;Were exiles ever able to return home? For some, banishment was permanent. For others, it was temporary, and a chance to continue their work from afar. Some accepted their fate, <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.ranker.com/list/historic-acts-of-revenge/will-morgan-1">others plotted revenge</a>. Whether it was a final sentence or just one chapter in a person’s story, exile has featured in the lives of many historical figures.

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Have you ever watched a movie with a good story and been shocked to find out it's based on <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.ranker.com/list/crime-scenes-movies/lyra-radford">real-life events</a>? Knowing a fictional story is based in reality makes the twists and turns of the movie seem even more incredible. However, there are probably a lot more <a class="edS-cl" href="https://www.ranker.com/list/best-movies-loosely-based-on-true-stories/ranker-film?ref=internalCrossLinking_keyword">movies based on real people</a> than you realized.Classics like <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.ranker.com/list/sound-of-music-true-story/erin-mccann">The Sound of Music</a>, Goodfellas, and even Chicago were based on real-life people. Some of these films closely follow a memoir or news stories, while others take bits and pieces of the true story and add new aspects to make it more theatrical. For example, many films include additional plotlines, such as a love story, to make it more interesting for viewers.All the movies included in this list were somehow inspired by real-life people and/or events. Some of the creators were very open about what inspired them while others don't often share that information, leaving many people shocked when they find out the true story behind the film.

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Cinema has long been attracted to stories of real people, and biopics have found their place in the hearts of moviegoers for generations. The best “real” biopics offer glimpses into the lives of notable individuals, revealing their struggles, accomplishments, and personal journeys. By immersing audiences in these eclectic stories, these movies shed light on human nature and celebrate the resilience of the human spirit.&nbsp;Biopics about real people - from historical figures to renowned entertainers - explore the characters, ideologies, and stories that formed the essence of the subjects' lives. These movies go beyond mere documentaries, instead presenting viewers with intimate portrayals of the protagonists, often lending a deeper understanding of their motivations and the intricate complexities of their lives. By doing so, biographical films offer an invaluable window into the experiences and emotions of these exceptional individuals.&nbsp;Each biographical film carves its own niche, and they tell about the fascinating lives of extraordinary individuals from all walks of life. For instance, Steven Spielberg's Schindler's List paints a harrowing picture of World War II, highlighting the selfless acts of Oskar Schindler in saving the lives of over a thousand Jewish refugees. Similarly, Martin Scorsese's Goodfellas takes a bold look into the underworld, chronicling the rise and fall of mobster Henry Hill, while James Mangold's Walk the Line provides insights into the tumultuous life of legendary musician Johnny Cash. These powerful biographical movies offer audiences a taste of the vast spectrum of real-life stories that have left lasting impressions on history and culture.&nbsp;Biographical films serve up genuine human experiences that continue to fascinate and inspire generations of moviegoers. With each new addition to the genre, viewers are offered a chance to visit extraordinary individuals and unravel the complexities that lie beneath the surface. As such, the best biopics about real people not only entertain but also enrich audiences with profound insights into the human condition

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When discussing the worst people in history, it's a somber reflection on the depths of human evil. From tyrants to serial killers, these figures have left indelible marks on the world through their heinous actions. While the term "worst" might be subjective, there's no denying the immense impact these individuals have had on countless lives and historical events.Consider Adolf Hitler, the man behind the atrocities of the Holocaust and the driving force of World War II. His actions led to the suffering and death of millions. Then there's Khalid Sheikh Mohammed, the architect of the September 11 attacks, whose plans caused one of the most devastating terror attacks in modern history. Dennis Rader, infamously known as the BTK Killer, haunted Wichita, Kansas for decades with his gruesome murders, embodying the kind of evil only seen in horror films.Curious to know where these terrible people rank among their peers? Scroll through our list and cast your vote on who you believe are the most evil individuals to have ever lived. Engage with this eye-opening compilation and help shape the understanding of bad people in history who have, unfortunately, left their dark legacies behind.