10 Respected World Leaders with Troubling Histories

Heroes and villains are sometimes one and the same... Join us as we examine respected world leaders whose dark pasts might surprise you! Our countdown includes figures who embraced violence, held racist views, and supported oppressive policies before their remarkable transformations into celebrated historical icons. From Nelson Mandela's militant beginnings to Gandhi's racist youth, Churchill's colonial brutality to Malcolm X's criminal past, these leaders underwent profound personal evolutions before shaping history. Despite their flaws, these individuals left lasting legacies that continue to inspire debate. Did their later achievements outweigh their troubling beginnings? Let us know in the comments! Become a channel member to get access to special perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCaWd5_7JhbQBe4dknZhsHJg/join Play our Daily Point Battles to earn MojoPoints and qualify for CASH BATTLES! Check it out: WatchMojo.com/play Have your idea become a video! https://wmojo.com/suggest Subscribe for more great content! https://wmojo.com/watchmojo-subscribe Visit our shop for awesome merch! https://shop.watchmojo.com/ Your trusted authority for Top 10 lists, reviews, tips and tricks, biographies, origins, and entertainment news #History #WorldLeaders #Politics #Churchill #Gandhi #Mandela #Jefferson #Thatcher #Roosevelt #MalcolmX #CivilRights #Controversy