Alois Páral
1892–1978 (age 86)
Biography
Alois Páral (1892–1978) was a Czech figure whose life extended well into the latter twentieth century, witnessing nearly nine decades of profound historical change. He maintained connections to the Moravian community of Šlapanice throughout his life.
Páral's long lifespan allowed him to experience the full arc of twentieth-century Central European history. His roots in Šlapanice connected him to the regional traditions and values that sustained Czech communities through periods of significant upheaval and transformation.