A handful of times in history, a ruler has come to power whose influence was so significant that they became known as "the Great."

The Stories Behind 5 Rulers Dubbed "the Great"

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A handful of times in history, a ruler has come to power whose influence was so significant that they became known as "the Great." This esteemed title is not bestowed upon leaders very often. Indeed, to become known for all of history as "great" tends to require doing something singularly impactful — though not necessarily "good."

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