Important People in Asian History
By Kallie Szczepanski, About.com Guide to Asian History
The history of Asia has been shaped for thousands of years by larger-than-life personalities. From the fierce world conquerors and brilliant philosophers of long ago, to the political leaders and humanitarians of today, explore the world of famous Asian historical figures.
Warriors of Asia
Throughout Asian history, different nations have produced classes of fierce military men and women. From the samurai of Japan to the Cossacks of Central Asia and Eastern Europe, these are the warriors of Asia.
Asian Historical Figures
For thousands of years, Asia has produced some of humanity's fiercest conquerors, most important philosophical and religious thinkers, and greatest artists.
Modern Leaders of Asia
These are the men and women who have ruled Asian nations in the twentieth and twenty-first centuries A.D.
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- Ferdinand Marcos of the Philippines
- Emperor Akihito of Japan
- Hu Jintao of China
- Than Shwe of Burma (Myanmar)
- Islam Karimov of Uzbekistan
- King Abdullah of Saudi Arabia
- Kim Jong-il of North Korea
Notable People in Asia
These are the people who have influenced the course of Asian history through humanitarian works, philosophy, the arts, and other endeavors.
