Jean Henry Dunant
Nobel Prize laureate in Peace 1901
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Jean Henry Dunant, born on May 8, 1828, in Geneva, Switzerland, was a Swiss humanitarian known for his significant contributions to peace. He is the founder of the Red Cross and played a key role in establishing the Geneva Conventions. In 1901, he became the first recipient of the Nobel Peace Prize for his humanitarian efforts to help wounded soldiers and create international understanding. Dunant passed away on October 30, 1910.
Frequently asked
- Who is Jean Henry Dunant?
- Jean Henry Dunant, born on May 8, 1828, in Geneva, Switzerland, was a Swiss humanitarian known for his significant contributions to peace. He is the founder of the Red Cross and played a key role in establishing the Geneva Conventions. In 1901, he became the first recipient of the Nobel Peace Prize for his humanitarian efforts to help wounded soldiers and create international understanding. Dunant passed away on October 30, 1910.
- In what year did Jean Henry Dunant win the Nobel Prize?
- 1901 — Peace