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Albert Schweitzer’s Last Words
“He died peacefully at his hospital in Africa.”— Albert Schweitzer, September 4, 1965
Who Was Albert Schweitzer?
Albert Schweitzer was a French-German polymath who won the Nobel Peace Prize for founding and sustaining the Albert Schweitzer Hospital in Gabon, Africa.
The Final Moments
Schweitzer died at his hospital in Lambaréné, Gabon, where he had dedicated most of his adult life to medicine.
Are These Words Verified?
Schweitzer died peacefully at his hospital with no recorded final words. The provided statement is factual description, not a quote of last words.
Sources
- archive Lambaréné Hospital records
- firsthand Staff and colleague accounts
- newspaper Contemporary news coverage
Legacy
Schweitzer's 'reverence for life' philosophy and his medical work in Africa represent one of the 20th century's great humanitarian achievements.
Frequently Asked Questions
What were Albert Schweitzer’s last words?
“He died peacefully at his hospital in Africa.”
How did Albert Schweitzer die?
Albert Schweitzer died on September 4, 1965 at the age of 90. Cause of death: Natural causes.
Were Albert Schweitzer’s last words documented?
Schweitzer died peacefully at his hospital with no recorded final words. The provided statement is factual description, not a quote of last words.