Selig Brodetsky
1888–1954 (age 66)
Biography
Selig Brodetsky (1888–1954) devoted his life to mathematics and education, rising through the academic ranks in Britain and later embracing leadership at the Hebrew University of Jerusalem.
His scholarly contributions to algebra and number theory were matched by a personal commitment to Zionist ideals, as he encouraged students to pursue both rigorous thought and communal service and helped build research bridges between British and Israeli academics.