Henry Dunant was a Swiss humanitarian born on May 8, 1828. He is best known for founding the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) in 1863 after witnessing the suffering of soldiers during the Battle of Solferino in 1859. His experiences led him to advocate for the humane treatment of wounded soldiers and the establishment of neutral medical services in wartime. In recognition of his efforts, Dunant became the first recipient of the Nobel Peace Prize in 1901. His work laid the foundation for the Geneva Conventions, which set international standards for humanitarian treatment during conflicts. He passed away on October 30, 1910.