Jean-Henri Dunant
1828–1910 — Switzerland
Era: Modern
Brilliance: 7/10 | Stewardship: 10/10 | Composite Index: 70
He saw a battlefield. He built the Red Cross.
"The moral sense of the importance of human life is a sign of civilization."
Biography
Witnessed Battle of Solferino — 40,000 wounded with no care. Founded Red Cross, led to first Geneva Convention. First Nobel Peace Prize. Went bankrupt. Died in a hospice.
Key Facts
- Founded the Red Cross
- Led to first Geneva Convention
- First Nobel Peace Prize
- Went bankrupt from humanitarian work
- Died in a hospice
He saw a battlefield. He built the Red Cross. He died bankrupt.
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