Vlad Draculea Tepes

Vlad Draculea Tepes, also known as Vlad the Impaler, was a 15th-century ruler of Wallachia, infamous for his brutal and tyrannical reign. He is often cited as an inspiration for Bram Stoker's Dracula due to his reputation for impaling his enemies and his complex legacy as a defender of his homeland against the Ottoman Empire. Vlad is a historical figure who has become a symbol of resilience and national pride in Romania, despite his notorious methods.