Albert Einstein was a German-born physicist who developed the theory of relativity, one of the two pillars of modern physics.

He was awarded the Nobel Prize in Physics in 1921 for his discovery of the law of the photoelectric effect.

Einstein was a pacifist and a supporter of civil rights, and he spoke out against anti-Semitism and racism.

He was also a strong advocate for the creation of the State of Israel, and he served as a member of the Zionist movement's executive council.

Einstein was offered the presidency of Israel in 1952, but he declined the offer.

He had a remarkable brain and after his death, his brain was studied by scientists who discovered that it had an unusually high number of glial cells, which may have contributed to his exceptional intelligence.

Einstein corresponded with Mahatma Gandhi, and the two men shared a mutual admiration for each other's work and beliefs.