Alexander von Humboldt vs John D. Rockefeller
Who? Pick one and see how the world splits.
- Alexander von Humboldt Germany · 1769–1859 50% · #116 in the world
- John D. Rockefeller United States · 1839–1937 50% · #117 in the world
What the votes say
The world is split down the middle between Alexander von Humboldt and John D. Rockefeller: 50% each. Alexander von Humboldt is #116 of the 185 thinkers in the world ranking, and #17 of the 23 from Germany. John D. Rockefeller is #117, and #14 of the 31 from the United States.
Side by side
| Alexander von Humboldt | John D. Rockefeller | |
|---|---|---|
| World rank | #116 | #117 |
| Country | Germany | United States |
| Lived | 1769–1859 | 1839–1937 |