June 01

Born in 1795 in County Antrim, Ireland, he emigrated to the United States as a teenager and began working in the printing trade. In 1835, he founded the New York Herald, introducing bold headlines, human interest stories, and expanded international coverage. He pioneered the use of telegraphy and a global network of correspondents, transforming journalism’s speed and scope. His sensational style increased newspaper circulation but drew criticism for prioritizing excitement over substance. He sold his interest in the Herald in 1867 and spent his later years in Europe. His innovations laid the groundwork for modern mass media and tabloid journalism.

Wilfrid Israel was born into a prominent Jewish family in Berlin and took over the family department store. He used his resources and connections to organize emigration efforts and rescue operations for Jewish refugees. In 1939, he played a crucial role in the Kindertransport, helping over 10,000 children escape to Britain. Israel coordinated with international aid organizations to facilitate visas and transportation for those fleeing the Holocaust. He died in 1943 in a plane crash, remembered for his brave humanitarian work and selfless devotion.

Born in 1897 in Chicago, Nielsen studied marketing and psychology at the University of Chicago. He began his career in advertising, developing radio audience measurement techniques in the early 1920s. In 1923, he founded the ACNielsen company, introducing retail audits and consumer panels to track market trends. His innovations provided businesses with reliable data on consumer behavior and sales performance. Nielsen's methods laid the groundwork for modern market research and media ratings systems. He remained active in his company until his death in 1980, and his firm continues to be a global industry leader.