October 11

Born in 1895, Dorothea Lange captured some of the most powerful images of the Great Depression era for the Farm Security Administration. Her photograph 'Migrant Mother' became a defining symbol of the struggles faced by displaced families. Lange's empathetic approach and keen eye brought widespread attention to social issues, influencing public policy and the field of photojournalism. She continued her work documenting social movements, including Japanese American internment camps during World War II. Lange's legacy endures in her influential body of work, which reshaped documentary photography.

Stanley Morison was a British typographer, printing historian, and design consultant who served as typographic advisor to The Times newspaper. In 1931 he led the development of the Times New Roman typeface, which has since become one of the most widely used fonts in the world. He championed the revival of classical type designs and founded the journal The Fleuron. Morison co-founded the Printing Historical Society in 1925 to promote the study of printing history. His writings and research shaped modern typography and influenced designers globally. He held a professorship at the University of the Arts London. Morison's legacy endures in the everyday texts that use his type designs.

R. Fraser Armstrong was a Canadian engineer and public administrator born in 1889. He played a key role in planning and managing major infrastructure projects, including roads, bridges, and public works. Armstrong advocated for professional engineering standards and helped establish regulatory bodies in Canada. As an administrator, he implemented efficient management practices that influenced government engineering departments. He also lectured and wrote papers promoting engineering education and innovation. His leadership supported Canada's industrial growth in the mid-20th century. Armstrong's contributions laid the groundwork for modern engineering practices in the country.

Born in England in 1913, Joe Morris emigrated to Canada and became a prominent trade union leader. He organized workers in various industries, negotiating for better wages and conditions. His leadership strengthened labor movements at a crucial time in Canadian industrial history. During World War II, Morris served as a lieutenant, gaining leadership experience. After the war, he returned to union work, championing social justice and workers' solidarity. Morris's legacy lives on in improved labor laws and the empowerment of Canadian workers.

Edward Kossoy was born in 1913 and became a prominent lawyer and publicist in post-war Poland. He dedicated his career to defending human rights, representing clients in civil and political cases, and shedding light on historical injustices through his writings. Kossoy’s publications and public lectures contributed to the struggle for freedom of expression during tense political times. His work fostered dialogue on legal reforms and individual liberties in his homeland. A respected voice in Polish intellectual circles, he inspired younger generations of lawyers and activists. Kossoy died in 2012, leaving a legacy of courage and commitment to justice.