Who do historians consider the greatest historians?

Historians often consider figures like Herodotus, known as the "Father of History," and Thucydides for their foundational contributions to historical writing and methodology. Other notable historians include Edward Gibbon for his work on the decline of the Roman Empire, and Fernand Braudel for his contributions to historical analysis through a focus on geography and long-term social structures. Additionally, contemporary historians such as Eric Hobsbawm and Simon Schama are recognized for their impactful narratives and interpretations of history.