Bloody rulers
It is difficult to definitively identify the "bloodiest king in the history of mankind" as there have been many rulers throughout history who have been responsible for widespread death and destruction. However, some historical figures known for their brutal tactics and large-scale atrocities include: Genghis Khan, the founder of the Mongol Empire, is estimated to have killed as many as 40 million people during his conquests. Timur, also known as Tamerlane, was a 14th-century conqueror from Central Asia who is estimated to have killed 17 million people during his campaigns. Vlad III Dracula,...