~ 1748 - 1832
Jeremy Bentham was an English philosopher, jurist, and social reformer best known for being the founder of modern utilitarianism. Born on February 15, 1748, he advocated for the principle of the greatest happiness, arguing that the moral value of actions is determined by their consequences. His ideas significantly influenced legal and political theory, and he was a prominent advocate for various social reforms, including animal rights and prison reform. Bentham died on June 6, 1832.