Why do Romanians praise Michael of Wallachia so much? From what

Romanian here. He's an interesting historical figure, but overly-idealized by national propaganda, as is the case in most eastern european countries. This goes back to around 1848, when historians started seeing him as the first unifier of the romanian provinces in one romanian state. This is why he is held in such high regard, although that union was really short lived and not motivated by nationalistic ideals.

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Mircea I Basarab, the Elder - is without a shadow of a doubt the most underrated of the Wallachian rulers. Amazing diplomat and brilliant administrator.

Romanian history is incredibly fascinating. I wish it was discussed more.