The prominent historian and scholar born in 1950 known for comprehensive research on human rights history is Iris Chang. She gained acclaim for her groundbreaking book, "The Rape of Nanking," which highlights the atrocities committed during the Second Sino-Japanese War. Chang's twofold objective was to document the historical events and bring attention to the suffering of victims often overlooked in broader narratives. Her passionate advocacy for recognizing and confronting historical injustices compels societies to acknowledge their past while striving for a better future. Tragically, her life was cut short in 2004, but her legacy endures.