Frédéric Passy: The Peace Crusader (1822-1912)

Frédéric Passy, born in 1822 in France, was a pioneering economist and devoted pacifist.
He was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize in 1901, sharing it with Henry Dunant, for their efforts in promoting peace.
Passy founded the Inter-Parliamentary Union, advocating for international dialogue and cooperation.
He also established the French Peace Society, pushing for arbitration over conflict.
His work significantly contributed to the early movements for international arbitration and peace.
As an economist, Passy promoted the idea that free trade between nations fosters peace.
Throughout his life, he was an outspoken critic of militarism and war.
Passy's dedication to peace and his influential role in peace movements left a lasting legacy upon his death in 1912.