William H. McNeill
Born in 1917
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William Hardy McNeill was a renowned historian who taught at the University of Chicago from 1947 to 1987.
He is best known for his influential work "The Rise of the West" (1963), which argued that cultural exchange drives human history.
William H. McNeill received numerous accolades, including the National Book Award, Erasmus Prize, and National Humanities Medal.
His books, particularly "The Rise of the West," have been widely recognized for their significance in historical scholarship.
McNeill's interdisciplinary approach and emphasis on global interconnectedness have left a lasting impact on the field of history.