Cardinal Henryk Gulbinowicz was a prominent Polish Roman Catholic cleric born on October 17, 1923, in Wrocław, Poland. He served as the Archbishop of Wrocław from 1981 until his retirement in 2004. Gulbinowicz was known for his involvement in the Catholic Church during a time of significant political change in Poland, particularly during the rise of the Solidarity movement. Throughout his career, Gulbinowicz was recognized for his contributions to the Church and society, receiving various honors and awards. However, his legacy became controversial due to allegations of misconduct that emerged later in his life. He passed away on November 16, 2020.