FAQ About Fritz Haber
What personal challenges did Fritz Haber face during his lifetime?
Fritz Haber's life was marked by significant personal challenges, including the backlash from his chemical warfare involvement. His first wife, Clara Immerwahr, committed suicide shortly after the first gas attack, allegedly due to her opposition to his work on chemical weapons. Haber, a Jewish-born Protestant convert, also faced challenges during the rise of the Nazi regime in Germany, ultimately leading to his dismissal from his positions and exile. He died in Basel, Switzerland, in 1934.
