Juozas Jurginis
1909–1994 (age 85)
Biography
Juozas Jurginis (1909–1994) was a historian whose meticulous research shed light on Lithuania’s past and gave future generations a deeper appreciation of their heritage. His writings were noted for their precision and for making complex events accessible to a wide audience.
He nurtured students and inspired colleagues to pursue truth with integrity, often explaining that understanding history is essential for building a just society. Antakalnis Cemetery now shelters his remains, where visitors reflect on the knowledge he passed along.