History was full of brilliant thinkers, powerful leaders, famous writers, and people who knew exactly how to deliver a devastating insult. This countdown looks at 20 of the best burns ever recorded. From Abraham Lincoln joking about his own appearance and Babe Ruth taking a shot at President Hoover to Mark Twain attacking Jane Austen, Elizabeth Taylor roasting her co-stars, Muhammad Ali offering some unusually harsh advice, and Pierre Trudeau firing back at Richard Nixon, these insults prove sharp wit is nothing new. We will look at famous writers, politicians, actors, athletes, and historical figures who turned sarcasm into an art form, often with just one unforgettable sentence. Whether you love history, clever comebacks, or old-fashioned verbal battles, this countdown is packed with lines that still hit today. Watch until the end and tell us which historical insult deserves the top spot.