Albert Schweitzer

Albert Schweitzer

Nobel Prize in Peace 1952

“for his altruism, reverence for life, and tireless humanitarian work which has helped making the idea of brotherhood between men and nations a living one”

Albert Schweitzer was a physician, theologian, and philosopher. He received the 1952 Nobel Peace Prize for his altruism, reverence for life, and tireless humanitarian work, which helped make the idea of brotherhood between men and nations a living one.

Field
Medicine · International and Humanitarian Medicine
Lifespan
1875–1965