Albert Schweitzer

By jbaddorf
  • Birth

    Birth

    Albert Schweitzer was born in Alsace-Lorraine. His birthplace i now a part of France.

  • Organ Instruction

    Schweitzer began instruction with Eugene Munch. This occured at Mulhouse High School.

  • Abitur

    He graduated from high school. "Abitur" is a certificate of graduation.

  • Deacon

    Schweitzer became a deacon. This occured at the Church of Saint Nicholas.

  • First Attempt

    Schweitzer answered the call of a society looking for a doctor. He was turned down.

  • Hospital Opened

    Albert, his wife, and his son, Peter, open a hospital. The hospital was in Gabon.

  • Moved

    Schweitzer moved to Königsfeld im Schwarzwald. He built a house there for his family to live in.

  • Nobel Peace Prize

    He was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize. He won it for creating the phihlosophy of Reverence of Life.

  • Order of Merit

    He became one of the Order of Merit's honorary members. He was bestowed with this honor by Queen Elizabeth II.

  • Declaration of Conscience

    Albert Schweitzer made his "Declaration of Conscience" speech on this date. It was broadcast over Radio Oslo.