Many evil minds persist in our community. Most of them are pushed towards negativity due to psychological factors. However, it is quite puzzling to know that in history, some of these evil geniuses had the inexplicable intelligence to carry out their sinister activities.

These highly intelligent but wicked geniuses involved themselves in bad activities, and history remembered them as “evil geniuses.”

In the following rundown, we have listed the top 10 most evil geniuses of all time:

10-Charles Manson

Charles began his life in misery due to his ascetic profession. Unfortunately, he never got to experience the extraordinary life he could have had with his parents. His mother was his only relative within the family. Additionally, his mother wasn’t even close to what a real mother should be. She abandoned him badly in the boarding school system. As a result, Charles was negligent throughout his adolescence and teenage years. Despite these circumstances, he steadily rose to become one of the most notorious criminals in the United States. His offenses started off as small burglaries in grocery stores and went on to armed robberies and even murder! His evil ingenuity led him to devise inexplicable ways to form a gang that committed a series of nine murders in 1969. Charles was a singer and songwriter by profession, but a life filled with offenses led him to a life sentence behind bars.

9-Kim Philby

Kim Philby was born in British India in 1912. Though Kim was a British intelligence officer of the famous MI6 agency, he, in fact, worked secretly for the Soviet Union. Through his evil ingenuity, he was able to provide highly classified information to the Soviet Union. He was hired as a Soviet Union spy before the Second World War. Kim, ‘A genius for deception,” kept on acting as a double agent for both the British and the Soviets, keeping the trust alive on both sides.

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He played a significant role in defying Franco’s forces during the Spanish Civil War for the sake of Britain. On the other hand, he continued to work for the Soviets. He is known to have provided secret information to the Soviets about a defecting Soviet agent that ultimately led to the officer’s death and a delay in British operations. He was indeed a remarkable evil genius who defied two nations at a time on multiple occasions but still didn’t get anything proven against himself.

8-Adam Worth

Adam Worth was born in 1844 in Germany. He is often referred to as “The Napoleon of Crime” due to his intelligence in committing crimes. Bank robberies, store robberies, pickpocketing, bounty jumping, and jail breaking—he was an evil genius in all of these fields. He started off by bounty-jumping, using false names to join different squadrons to gain the bounty, and then fleeing. By using his diligence, he formed a gang of pickpockets. Even a prison sentence of 3 years, when he was caught red-handed during a robbery, couldn’t stop his negative activities. He used inexplicable ways to defy all the security measures at the prison and escape.

He continued to commit bank robberies very diligently without being caught quickly. Last but not least, he even helped other fellow inmates break free of prison walls through diligent strategic planning. He was finally caught amidst an armed robbery and sentenced to 7 years behind bars.

7-Niccolò Machiavelli

Niccol Machiavelli was born in 1469 in Italy. Even though he faced incarceration in his early life due to political reasons, Niccolo managed to make his ideas count in the modern world. Niccol Machiavelli’s inclusion in the list of “top evil geniuses” has been a point of debate for a long time. His inclusion in the list is due to a book he published, “The Prince,” on political science. He wrote this book after thorough research on Roman history. In this book, he discussed methods that he had researched to have complete control over the public, even if extreme measures are used by the authorities. Some people regard him as the father of political theory, whereas others regard his ideas as cruel, ruthless, and not appropriate.

6-Paul Joseph Goebbels

Joseph Goebbels was born in 1897 in Germany. He was a devoted follower of Adolf Hitler. Goebbels was a member of the Nazi Party. He continued to excel in his studies until he received his Ph.D. After joining the Nazi party in 1924, he showed excellent skills in propaganda making. Since the basic idea of running the Nazi Party was propaganda, Hitler found a great evil genius in Joseph Goebbels. Goebbels was capable of supporting Hitler’s cause through his well-crafted ideas and careful planning. Moreover, his common cause with Hitler—the annihilation of Jews—made him a perfect match. This led him to various important posts in the history of Germany. His evil genius was also evident in his extraordinary ability to speak confidently in public. He made his points widely understood by using sarcastic humor as well. He died in 1945, after the death of Hitler.

5-Dr. Henry Howard Holmes

Dr. Henry Howard Holmes, or H. H. Holmes, was born in 1861 in New Hampshire, USA. He started off with a respectable academic background. However, soon his attention began to divert toward negativity. Unfortunately, his careless and messed-up father didn’t suppress the negativity that was starting to grow within him. He began his criminal career with insurance fraud, using different official names to trick authorities. From there, he went on toward a bloodthirsty mission of serial killing.

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To quench his awkward thirst for murdering humans, he used his evil ingenuity to build a tourist hotel in Chicago. From the exterior, no one could judge the sinister plans of this building in the heart of Chicago. As visitors to the World’s Columbian Exposition arrived, many of them booked their hotel rooms at the H. H. Holmes hotel. Inside the hotel were windowless rooms, gas-inducing systems, and much more designed to murder people. The bodies were then pulled down into the basement by an air-vacuum system. Holmes then sold the human body parts. Due to his ruthless and bloodthirsty behavior, after being caught during a theft, he was hanged in 1896 for committing mass murders.

4-The Zodiac Killer

“The Zodiac killer” was a symbol of evil ingenuity at its peak. You can establish this for yourself too, given that even his real name is unknown. He has puzzled law enforcement agencies till the present day with his coded and encrypted letters. The confirmed number of attempted murders was seven, of which two survived miraculously. However, his confession is of 37 killings. He ravaged California with his evil genius plans and strategies. Using the letters he wrote to newspapers, he can be judged as a person with deep psychological issues. Despite his mental issues, his intelligence to code all the facts is a mystery.

3-Joseph Stalin

Joseph Stalin came into this world on the 18th of December, 1878. He was a Soviet dictator. Stalin was a master at negative political planning, diplomacy, and power. He proved the evil genius within him by acting double-faced without being noticed. On one side, he cleverly depicted himself as Lenin, being part of Soviet communism, whereas, on the other hand, he secretly got his men appointed to crucial positions in the government to get an indirect hold of the large state. More examples of his intelligence include his debating power at the conferences after World War II.

He tricked the American and British delegations into confusion and, meanwhile, twisted the decisions in his favor. This ruthless dictator became the source of mass murders as well. For example, in the Ukraine during the imposed famine of Holodomor He rose from a straightforward and unidentified background to become an example of the top evil genius of all time.

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2-Ted Kaczynski

Ted Kaczynski, also known as the Unabomber, was a gifted genius. This fact can be judged by the fact that his IQ score was 167; the great Albert Einstein’s IQ reaches 160+. He studied at Harvard University, and at the mere age of 25, he became an assistant professor of mathematics. His great intelligence is thought to have turned to negativity as a result of where he received his primary education. He faced extreme bullying and inappropriate behavior toward himself at school. After resigning from teaching, he went into solitary confinement, where he planted his plans for mass murders.

and Ted used primary materials such as dry cell batteries to make the most lethal homemade bombs. Ted ravaged the streets with his sinister yet genius plans. He targeted university professors, airlines, and the industrial sector’s leaders to destroy modern technological advancement to counter its effects on the environment. To this day, the sophistication of his bomb devices serves as an example. Many of his bomb device models are on display in museums.

1-Adolf Hitler

The name Adolf Hitler automatically brings to anyone’s mind a picture of utter cruelty, ruthlessness, and no regard for humanity whatsoever. However, looking at the other side of this picture, can you believe that Hitler was an outstanding evil genius who controlled so much single-handedly?

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Hitler played a key role in bringing together a crumbling German state. He established a weak German state and gave it so many resources that it could handle the economic situation during a war. Hitler used excellent ideas to mention in his charismatic speeches to make Germans realize their worth. He used methods that were not common at the time to push the Germans to join the Nazi Party. Methods included film and radio advertisements. Adolf Hitler was a “one-man” power and maintained such organized and disciplined behavior single-handedly.

To this day, his outstanding determination and ability to capture people’s minds serve as examples of self-determination. Although Hitler’s self-determination caused a massive loss of innocent lives, his example can be used positively to get an idea of the great evil genius inside him!

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The role of army:

Army is one of the most important and integral institutions of a country. Army protects a country’s territory and provides the citizens utmost protection from national and international threats. No doubt, army is backbone of any country. Working in Army is one of the most dangerous job in the world. A powerful army of a nation can respond to threats effectively. Only a competitive military can execute national defense policy well. Army also assists civil authorities when a nation undergoes some serious emergencies like natural calamities and mishaps etc. In this article,

Which one is best army in the world?

While classifying the list of ten best armies we have considered following parameters.

1. Front-line personnel’s
2. Lethal Weapons
3. Military Budget
4. Wars Won
5. Successful operations

We did some detailed analysis in the following rundown of 10 best armies of the world. Let’s have a detailed insight:

10-Japan

After world war 11, Japan cut off its military operations. However, due to the increasing conflicts with China, Japan started its military growth again. Active frontline personnel consists of 250, 000. The military budget has raised up-to $49 billion. The army is equipped with 1,590 aircraft, 131 warships, 678 tanks and 119 attack helicopters. Along with China, Pakistan and India, Japan holds a strong military position in Asia. Japan fulfills its military equipment requirements mainly from domestic manufacturers including Toshiba, Mitsubishi, Daikin industries, Henderson group, NEC and others. Despite all these military strengths, Japan have one of the World’s best army.

9-Italy

Italy is not only the home of pizza but represents a very strong army. Italy has the annual defense budget of $35.8 billion. The active front-line manpower is 347, 927. The Italian army is engaged in 26 international missions. Italy was constantly receiving threats from ISIS. It is now also seriously planning to fight against ISIS in Libya by deploying 5,000 military forces. The Italian defense ministry also calls for latest equipment to be included in Italian military. This consists of new aircraft, helicopters, long serving AW129 attack helicopters and latest submarines. Italy, in collaboration with France, has also developed next generation Air Defense Destroyer. This mission between Italy and France is stated as “Horizon program”. Italian army has special units of “special forces” and “special operation forces”. These Special Forces do special operations. They are particularly trained to operate in all kinds of environments and situations.

8-Germany

Ranked at number 8th  among best armies in the world, Germany has announced military expansion for the first time in past 25 years due to US pressure and cyber threats. Germany is facing threats from ISIL and Russia also. That is why; it is planning to military expansion after reunification. It is the eighth largest military spender in the world which has allocated $45 billion on military this year. Germany has now strong military plans. Germany is expected to add 7,000 soldiers and new equipment of about $148 billion by 2030. Currently, it has active frontline personnel of 180,000, 408 tanks, 44 attack helicopters and 676 total aircraft.

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7-France

After Paris attacks, France is going to further increase its defense budget to $51 billion in 2016. The available military equipment of France is 423 Tanks, 1,282 total aircraft, 48 attack helicopters and 284 interceptors. The president of France is responsible for military decisions and other related matters. France owns the world’s third largest nuclear deterrent. The French military weapons include side-arms, sub-machine guns, rifles, armored vehicles and others. French army also contains Crotale (mobile SAM system) which is manufactured in the country. Only France and Russia are the two countries in the world which develop self-contained SAM system. France, after Russia and US, is also capable of developing Scalp cruise missile. France also owns one of the most powerful aircraft carriers “Charles De Gaule”.

6-South Korea

Due to its constant rivalry with North Korea, China and Japan, South Korea’s defense budget has increased to $34 billion in 2016. The military equipment consists of 2, 381 tanks, 1,454 aircraft, more than 15,000 land weapons and 1,990 self propelled guns include South Korea in the list of most powerful armies in the world. USA often conducts combine military training with South Korea. The president of the country acts as commander in chief of the armed forces.

5-India

Indian military budget of 2016 is $52 billion. The man power force of active frontline personnel of 1,325,000 is complimented by 6,464 tanks, 1905 aircraft, 19 attack helicopters and 295 Naval strength. Indian army position in the world is criticized as, large number of Indian army is deployed in Kashmir regardless of the fact that Kashmir’s do not want to be part of Indian state. Kashmir is a disputed area on which Pakistan and India are not settling down for past 68 years. As per Indian government, it is a long battle for army in Kashmir because the matter is not seemed to be solved in near future.

4-Pakistan

What’s make Pakistan army to be considered in world’s best army ranking? Here are some reason:

Pakistan is the biggest Muslim military power in the world and world’s most dedicated army. It is also the one and only Muslim nuclear power. Pakistan army is the most compatible in the Asian region. It has the active frontline manpower of 620,000 and total number of aircraft of 923. Other military strength comprises of 2,924 tanks, 134 multiple launch rocket systems and 52 attack helicopters. Pakistan owns the latest weapons and has strong nuclear assets in safe hands. With best soldiers in the world, the armed forces of Pakistan are also engaged in disaster relief operations in the country. Below are some prominent points of Pakistan army.

• World’s best Military Commander General Award 2016: Currently serving as the Chief of Army Staff of Pakistan, General Raheel Sharif has been awarded “World’s best Military Commander General” of 2016. His courageous acts to eliminate the terrorist groups from Pakistan has made him popular and respected not only in Pakistan but around the globe. Under his commandment, Sawat operation, operation Rah-e-Nijaat and Zarb-e-Azab operation against various militant groups has made it possible to bring the much awaited peace in Pakistan. Terrorism is the biggest hurdle in Pakistan’s progress in recent years and army managed to eradicate this factor almost completely.
• Pakistan Army have won 2 wars against it’s rival neighbor country India in 1948 and 1965 respectively. While other successful operations are also the part of the achievement list.

Pakistan is growing it’s Nuclear weapons at very fast pace. According to a report in the following decade Pakistan will become the 3rd country with largest nuclear arsenal.

3-Russia

With a defense budget of $66.4 billion, Russia is ruling the world after America as the world’s 2nd most powerful army in the world. About 766,055 troops make up of Russian total military strength out of which 230,000 consists of army personnel. Apart from that, it has total 15, 398 Tanks, total aircraft of 3,547, about 6,000 self propelled guns and 478 attack helicopters. Vladimir Putin’s main focus is to introduce more advanced military machinery than on increasing military manpower.

• Future Military Plans: By 2020, Russia has a plan to include new and advanced lethal weapons into current lot to compete with the military modernization. These include the state-of-the-art weapons like PAK-FA (fifth generation fighter), PAK-DA (crafty bomber) and nuclear submarines.
• State of War with Ukraine and Georgia: Russia showed off its army strength when it invaded Georgia and managed to take over some of the Georgian parts in 2008 in just 5 day conflict. Later in 2014, Russian army attacked the Crimea region of Ukraine.  World criticized Russia on this cruel act of invasions. Russia is also facing immense criticism on its recent air strikes on Syrian’s common people.

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2-China

China spent $215 billion last year in defense. With 2,335,000 active frontline personnel, China is one of the biggest army in the world. China is believed to have the powerful navy and armed forces. World’s best military training is provided to the forces by using extra advanced military technology. It has 3,000 aircraft and 9150 tanks. Currently, Chinese defense ministry is working on game changing military technologies in trying its efforts to be the number one army in the world.

1-United States

United States of America’s army is ranked as number one in the world with GFP power index rating of 0.0897. The role of the American army is like any other army of the world i.e. to protect and defend the nation, to safeguard national interests and to fulfill other military responsibilities. What makes USA army  the most powerful army in the world? There are many reasons.

• Highest Military Budget: USA spends on military more than the entire world spends for defense. According to International Institute for Strategic Studies 2016, USA is spending $598 billion while the next top 14 countries together allocate $664 billion on their militaries. USA military budget is almost near to what next top 14 countries put together. With such biggest defense budget US army is the strongest army in the world.
• Lethal Weapons: U.S army has the high tech lethal weapons including AH-64 Apache, M-1 Abrams, TOW Anti-Tank Missile, M-2.50-Caliber Machine Gun and M-109A6 Paladin. It has the 2nd largest nuclear arsenal with more than 100 military bases.

Invasion On Afghanistan And Iraq: Post 9/11 attacks on world trade center, USA announced Afghan war to dismantle terrorist group “Al-Qaida”. The war lasted from October 7, 2001 to 2014, which is the longest one in the history of United States. USA also used heavy aircraft included Apache helicopter gunship for initial strikes. Other war equipments used were machine guns, rifles, different kinds of mortars, M-ATV’s rocket and grenade launchers, automatic pistols, and many more. The major development occurred when USA armed forces killed Al-Qaida leader “Osama Bin Laden” in Abottabad, Pakistan secret operation. On March 19, 2003, USA armed forces along with its allies, invaded Iraq to make the country free of weapons of mass destruction.

There are also numerous operations where US army took part and completed them successfully. These above factors ranked the US army at top in list of best armies in the world.

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