20 Evil Historical Figures You Probably Didn’t Know About
History’s darkest chapters aren’t always written by the names we recognize. Join us as we count down some of history’s most overlooked yet terrifying villains — from ruthless dictators and war criminals to prolific serial killers whose crimes shook entire nations. Which of these forgotten monsters deserves more historical attention? Let us know in the comments below.
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@WatchMojo
August 19, 2026 at 5:53 am
Which of these forgotten monsters deserves more historical attention? Let us know in the comments below.
@Blaqjaqshellaq
August 19, 2026 at 5:53 am
Now that I think of it, Macias Nguema's expression at 01:45 reminds me of Josef Goebbels…
@oshiri07
August 19, 2026 at 5:53 am
You forgot Alfredo Strossner the longest reign as a dictador in South America
@gregjaro-mk7zs
August 19, 2026 at 5:53 am
@WatchMojo NOBODY CARES, LOL! 😂😂😂
@Chrisfaded712
August 19, 2026 at 5:53 am
Crazy
@dragonblade7764
August 19, 2026 at 5:53 am
Delphine Lalaurie from her fingers and toes to her bones was evil through and through.
@ForTheBoys.Global
August 19, 2026 at 5:53 am
@2:38 5th related video ive heard her name, jeez watch mojo is a copy and paste page now, disappointing.
@Jeremiah_Rivers76
August 19, 2026 at 5:53 am
Unfortunately, history won’t be kind to these figures.
@tylergoodman3560
August 19, 2026 at 5:53 am
All of the above. 🎉