First Nobel Prizes Awarded
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Date
December 10, 1901
Type
World
Author
hjwilson1975
Event Details
On December 10, 1901, the fifth anniversary of Alfred Nobel's death, the first Nobel Prizes were awarded in Stockholm and Oslo. Winners included Wilhelm Röntgen (Physics) for X-rays and Jean Henri Dunant (Peace) for founding the Red Cross. Established by Nobel's will, the prizes recognize outstanding contributions to humanity and remain the most prestigious international awards.