History remembers the world's most brutal leaders for their terrifying reigns and human rights abuses. What we don't often think about is that these ruthless dictators and tyrannical monarchs had to sit down for a meal each day like everybody else.
Some demanded absurd luxury, expensive delicacies, and extravagant feasts. Others preferred humble, regional staples even as they lived lives of spectacular excess. By examining their dietary habits, we gain an unusual glimpse into their daily lives behind closed doors.
In this gallery, we explore what some of history’s notorious figures ate and what it says about them. Click to know more.