People
Historical Figures and Influential People in History
Explore rulers, generals, thinkers, scientists and reformers who shaped world history. Search for a specific person, or browse by era, region, country and A–Z.
Medieval Period Figures in Europe
Use the filters on the right to narrow the figure index while keeping the main results in view.
2 results
Alfred the Great
849–899United Kingdom
He was chased into a swamp by Viking invaders and reduced to hiding — then came back to build a kingdom they couldn't break.
Open profile →
Augustine of Canterbury
534–604United Kingdom
He was sent to convert a pagan island on the edge of the known world, arrived expecting resistance, and was startled to find a queen who was already Christian.
Open profile →