What historical figure has had the most profound effect on your life?
There are few axioms as true as this:
"Those who do not learn their history are doomed to repeat it."
With apologies to Gertrude Stein (who may well turn up in the answers to this question), the query today begs the answer of your most beloved historical figure. Whose life, example, circumstances, or simple panache has made them your idol? Fond of FDR? Gaga for Gauguin? Do you refer to William the Conqueror as 'good old Billy?' Do you know Lucretia Borgia's recipe for soup? Do you know why ELSE Catherine was great??? Tell us!
For me, I have always found the strength and resolve of Harriet Tubman to be inspirational. I find guidance in the examples of Irving Berlin, John Churchill Chase, Mary Martin, and Moss Hart.