Who is more famous - George Washington or Christopher Columbus?

Answer 1

Although they both play important roles in history, Christopher Columbus is more important because he "found" the land that George Washington was born and lived in. He also changed the way in which the world was viewed in his lifetime.

As far as the history of the US, George Washington is much more directly famous.

Answer 2

History! Without history, people would not know why certain things happen or occur today.