Alfred Hermann Fried
1864–1921 (age 57)
Biography
Alfred Hermann Fried, a writer and peace activist, earned international renown for his eloquent advocacy of nonviolence and cooperation among nations. His prolific writings and participation in conferences championed disarmament and the establishment of institutions devoted to diplomacy, earning him the Nobel Peace Prize and a lasting place in discussions of global peace.
Though he lived through tumultuous times, his faith in dialogue endured, and his memory is honored at Feuerhalle Simmering by those who continue to work toward the ideals he described in print.