10 Interesting facts about Alfred Nobe 

This invention revolutionized the construction and mining industries, though Nobel hoped it would also contribute to peace by making war too destructive to continue.

 Inventor of Dynamite

Nobel was a prolific inventor with 355 patents to his name, including inventions in fields ranging from chemistry to manufacturing and engineering.

 Held Over 350 Patents

Alfred Nobel came from an inventive family; his father, Immanuel Nobel, was an engineer and inventor who pioneered naval mines and explosives.

Born into a Family of Inventors

Nobel was fluent in five languages: Swedish, English, French, German, and Russian. He also wrote poetry and drama, which was lesser known during his lifetime.

 Linguist and Poet

Nobel left much of his fortune to establish the Nobel Prizes. These prestigious awards recognize achievements in Physics, Chemistry, Medicine, Literature, and Peace.

Founder of the Nobel Prizes

Nobel accumulated significant wealth from his inventions and industrial enterprises, including explosive manufacturing, with companies spread across Europe.

 Amassed a Fortune from His Inventions

Alfred Nobel died in San Remo, Italy, in 1896 from a stroke. His will, written shortly before his death, allocated his fortune to the establishment of the Nobel Prizes, surprising many, including his own family.

Died in Italy