Karl Blitz. Grew up in what is now Ukraine. Simple life, family was poor, but Bliss was a very smart, very happy kid. Loved to play the mandolin. Became a chemical engineer, married his wife Claire. Fine live until 1938 when the Nazi’s rolled in. Sent to Dachau. Wife helped him escape, ended up in Shanghai. Noticed Chinese symbols.
a French civil engineer recognized for his significant contribution in the field of information graphics in civil engineering and statistics. In 1862 Charles Joseph Minard created a much-praised infographic depicting Napoleon's invasion of Russia in 1812.
War of 1812. Speaking of power of visuals, look at this photo.
Modern information scientists say the illustration may be the best statistical graphic ever drawn. Including Edward Tufte.
The graphic is notable for its representation in two dimensions of six types of data: the number of Napoleon's troops; distance; temperature; the latitude and longitude; direction of travel; and location relative to specific dates.