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Alfred Nobel
ALFRED NOBEL Swedish scientist, inventor, businessman and founder of the Nobel prize
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1833 1896 Business Man Founder Inventor Nobel Prize Scientist Swedish January
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1. Title: Alfred Nobel, the Visionary Genius Behind the Nobel Prizes (1833-1896). This portrait of Alfred Nobel, the brilliant Swedish scientist, inventor, and philanthropist, was captured in the late 19th century. Born on October 21, 1833, in Stockholm, Nobel made his mark on history through his groundbreaking inventions and his establishment of the prestigious Nobel Prizes. Nobel is best known for inventing dynamite, a versatile and powerful explosive that revolutionized construction and mining industries. However, his inventive mind did not stop there. He also developed smokeless gunpowder, a significant improvement in military technology. Despite his successes in business and industry, Nobel's personal life was marked by tragedy. The death of his brother, Ludvig, in 1888, led him to reevaluate his legacy. Fearing he would be remembered for his destructive inventions, Nobel decided to leave a lasting and positive impact on the world. In his will, Nobel established the Nobel Foundation and bequeathed his fortune to fund the annual Nobel Prizes. These awards, first presented in 1896, honor individuals for their outstanding achievements in Physics, Chemistry, Physiology or Medicine, Literature, Peace, and Economic Sciences. The Nobel Prizes have become a symbol of international recognition and prestige, inspiring generations of innovators, thinkers, and peacebuilders. In this photograph, Alfred Nobel, the once controversial figure, stands as a testament to the transformative power of human intellect and the enduring legacy of a visionary genius. This evocative image of Alfred Nobel, captured in January of an unspecified year, is a reminder of the complexities of history and the enduring impact of one man's vision. This rights-managed print is available exclusively from Mary Evans Picture Library.
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