• National Geographic History - January/February 2025 - Jean-Henri Dunant: Peacemaker and Activist - Read by Jim Briscoe - AIRSLA

  • Jan 16 2025
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National Geographic History - January/February 2025 - Jean-Henri Dunant: Peacemaker and Activist - Read by Jim Briscoe - AIRSLA

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    January/February 2025 edition of National Geographic History magazine

    "Jean-Henri Dunant: Peacemaker and Activist" by Ainhoa Campos.

    In 1859, Swiss businessman Jean-Henri Dunant was on his way to northern Italy to meet French officials to discuss a problem with land he owned in Algeria. On his arrival day, he witnessed the battle of Solfernio. Casualties numbered more than 22,000. His life was forever changed. He helped locals tending the wounded, allies and enemies alike. His book, "A Memory of Solferino" was instrumental arranging the first Geneva conference. He also co-founded the International Committee of the Red Cross.

    Read by Jim Briscoe

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