Key Figures in History

Are there some people in History that you respect admire or even detest for their impact on the world. Should all students in schools learn about these people and why they are significant? Who decides if people are significant, and why do we disagree about the significance of individuals.

Significant now or forever?

Remember the significance of people can change over time and different people will have different perspectives about why individuals are important. Statements about interpretation are based on contestable judgements.