The Military 100: A Ranking of the Most Influential Military Leaders of All TimeThis study emphasizes "influential" military commanders. These figures represent the broadest range of endeavor and accomplishment. The list consists of both liberators and conquerors, those known for their weapons, inventions, and those known for philosophizing and planning the art of war. |
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George Washington 3 88 | 3 |
Napoleon I | 8 |
Alexander the Great | 14 |
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