I would say that number one is Johannas Gutenberg. He invented the printing press with movable type. This was a groundbreaking invention, and without him, and the printing press, knowledge wouldn't have spread nearly as fast, and the world would be nothing like what it is today.
There are many people who could be considered the greatest mind in history. Albert Einstein is often considered one of the smartest, most influential men in history.
Adam Smith create the ideology of capitalism, which helped propel the Industrial Revolution, allowing for complete Western superiority in manufacturing. It has also resulted in the creation of trans-national corporations.
I could go on forever why it is important to study European history but I'll be short. You study European history because it is really important and interesting too. Europe is one of the most if the most important continent throughout the history of the world. A lot of discoveries and things have happened in Europe. Without Europe a lot of the world wouldn't have been discovered and we wouldn't have nearly as much knowledge as we do today without out it.
As with any question of this sort, it's a matter of opinion. Try Mao Tse Tung, Confucius, Lao Tse.
white
probably the French
Eclipse
nuclear bomb
justin beiber
The most influential teacher in Chinese history.
For example: Why the Xbox 360 is better than the PS3. (Or vice versa if you think PS3 is better) Or, Why (NAME) is the most influential Japanese person in history. (Or American history, or European history, or whatever.)
What artist from the 1960's is considered the greatest and most influential guitarists in Rock Music History? is it jimmi hendrix?
Some of the most influential people in history include figures like Alexander the Great, Genghis Khan, Leonardo da Vinci, Isaac Newton, and Nelson Mandela. Their contributions have had lasting impacts on the world in areas such as politics, art, science, and human rights.
The Hittites
Neil Armstrong's moonwalking.
jacky chan
one of the most influential and respected philosophers in Chinese history, like for example: Confucius in Chinese is 孔夫子.