Birth of Ursula Franklin

Ursula Franklin was born on September 16, 1921, in Munich, Germany, into a cultural and intellectually enriched family. Her upbringing amidst existential socio-political challenges, especially with the Nazi rise to power, laid the foundation for her resilience and academic pursuits. This historical context profoundly influenced her later commitments to science, peace, and human rights. Her journey from a precarious childhood to a celebrated physicist and advocate demonstrates the profound impact of enduring perserverance in the face of adversity.