Our section on "Early
Leaders" provides short
biographies and information about those early Rotarians who were
responsible for the extension of Rotary Clubs throughout the
world and covers the period, more or less, from Rotary's
foundation in 1905 for the next 30-45 years.
While Rotary International continues
to be introduced to new countries every year, those
responsible for spreading Rotary will continue to be recognised.
The extension of
Rotary International can be said to fall under two (2)
categories -
a)
Those responsible for the formation of clubs and districts
throughout the world (Early Leaders);
b) Those whose deeds and dedication
to the ideals of Rotary enhance the effectiveness and reputation
of Rotary International throughout those same districts and
clubs (Rotary Global History Fellowship Heroes.)
With approximately 5 million past and
present Rotarians around the
world, hundreds or thousands of members have dedicated
themselves "beyond the call of duty." (Service above
Self)
This new section attempts to provide
information about those Rotarians members so as to inspire others and to
record their dedication for posterity.
To be eligible for
this award, Rotarians must have dedicated at least 10 years of
their lives to the Rotary ideals, made a greater than significant
contribution to the world at large, and be a financial member of
the Rotary Global History Fellowship. |
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