Bill Gates is one of the most influential people in the world. He is cofounder of the most recognized brands in the computer industry with nearly every desk top computer using at least one software program from Microsoft. According to Forbes magazine Gates is the wealthiest man in the world and has been in the number 1 position for at least seven years. Gates was born and grew up in Seattle, Washington USA. His father, William …showed first 75 words of 914 total…

…showed last 75 words of 914 total…one day all people, no matter where they are born, will have the same opportunity for a healthy life, and I'm grateful to share this honor with them." The KBE Order of the British Empire is the second highest Order given out, but it is only an honorary knighthood as only citizens that are British or a part of the Commonwealth receive the full Order. This means that Gates does not become Sir Bill Gates.