George Antonius
1891–1942 (age 51)
Biography
George Antonius was a pioneering historian and writer who chronicled the modern awakening of Arab nationalism, most notably in his acclaimed work The Arab Awakening. His careful scholarship sought to explain the aspirations and challenges of the region, bridging cultures with nuance and honesty.
Born into a world of overlapping identities, he promoted dialogue and understanding, leaving behind a legacy of empathetic history remembered in Jerusalem where he rests on Mount Zion.