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  10 Historical Figures Who Became Villains Because of What We Know Now

  Some names are praised in textbooks, museums, and even national holidays, but later evidence paints a much darker picture. Join us as we explore the shocking moments when celebrated historical figures were reexamined and revealed to have done terrible things. From famous explorers and doctors to artists, presidents, and innovators, these legacies are far more controversial than you might think.

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• 10 Historical Figures in Assassin's Creed Shadows

  Step into feudal Japan as we explore the fascinating historical figures featured in the latest Assassin's Creed adventure! From legendary African samurai Yasuke to the powerful Oda Nobunaga, discover how these real-life characters shaped both history and the game's compelling narrative.

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• 10 Times Assassin's Creed MADE FUN Of Historical Figures

  History gets the comedic treatment in this franchise! Join us as we explore how Assassin's Creed turned legendary figures into sources of entertainment. From Julius Caesar's arrogant portrayal to Benjamin Franklin's lecherous tendencies, these games took creative liberties with historical accuracy for laughs and drama.

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• 10 Historical Figures With Horrifying Secrets

  Behind the polished facades of famous historical figures lie disturbing secrets that will shock you. Join us as we unveil the darkest shadows hiding beneath celebrated legacies. Our countdown includes Charles Dickens' disturbing "pranks," King Edward VIII's Nazi sympathies, JFK's numerous affairs, and more! Which historical figure's secret surprised you most? Let us know in the comments!

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• 10 Historical Figures Who Died in Mysterious Ways

  These historical mysteries remain unsolved. Welcome to WatchMojo, and today we’re counting down our picks for the most puzzling deaths of historical figures.

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• Top 10 Historical Figures Who Inspired The Gilded Age

  American "Downton Abbey"? Yes please! Welcome to MsMojo, and today we’re counting down our picks for the Top 10 Historical Figures Who Inspired “The Gilded Age.” Who’s your favorite character in “The Gilded Age?”

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• Best Historical Figures In Assassins Creed Games

  With so many historical figures, "Assassin's Creed" proves you CAN learn something by playing video games. For this list, we'll be looking at the most interesting adaptations of notable figures thoughout history seen in Ubisoft's series.

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• Top 10 Historical Figures You Didn't Know Got ARRESTED

  You'll be shocked when you learn which historical figures got in trouble with the law. For this list, we’ll be looking at historical figures that you may or may not know were arrested at some point.

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• 10 Historical Figures Who Owned Pieces of Eden in Assassin's Creed

  There are a surprising amount of historical figures who owned a Piece of Eden in "Assassin's Creed." For this list, we'll be looking at famous people throughout history that owned these priceless relics from the "Assassin's Creed" series.

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• Top 10 Celebs Who Look Exactly Like Historical Figures

  Haven’t we seen you in a textbook somewhere? Ever noticed that Mark Zuckerberg bears an eerie resemblance to King Philip IV, or that Tommy Lee Jones is President Andrew Johnson’s lookalike? WatchMojo is counting down the stars who resemble historical figures.

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• Top 10 Historical Male Figures That Deserve a Hollywood Movie

  What better way to honor their achievements than to give them the big screen treatment? Join http://www.WatchMojo.com as we count down our picks for the Top 10 Historical Male Figures that Deserve a Hollywood Movie.

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• Top 10 Historic People Who May Have Been Superheroes

  These historical figures showed almost superhuman traits. Amelia Aerhart, Miyamoto Musashi, and Jesse Owens are just a few people throughout history that have demonstrated amazing abilities and accomplishments. WatchMojo counts down the top people in history who were probably superheroes.

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• 30 Infamous Historical Executions

  From political power plays to religious persecution, history's darkest moments often culminated at the executioner's block. Join us as we examine the most notorious state-sanctioned deaths that shaped our world! Our countdown includes Socrates, Mary Queen of Scots, Louis XVI, the Romanovs, Mata Hari, and more! Which execution do you think had the greatest historical impact? Let us know in the comments!

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• Top 10 Funniest Historical SNL Sketches

  "SNL" goes back even further than 1975. Welcome to MsMojo, and today we’re counting down our picks for the best sketches dealing with historical scenes, figures, and/or a time before “SNL” started.

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• Top 10 Actors Who Looked Exactly Like the Historical Figures They Played

  Long lost relatives? Welcome to WatchMojo, and today we’re counting down our picks for the performers who bore an uncanny resemblance to the real-life people they played in historical movies.

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