Harry Prosch facts for kids
Harry Prosch (born May 4, 1917 – died March 11, 2005) was an American philosopher. He was born in Logansport, Indiana.
Who Was Harry Prosch?
Harry Prosch was a deep thinker who spent his life studying philosophy. He wrote books and papers that helped people understand big ideas. He also served in the military and worked in different jobs before becoming a well-known philosopher.
Early Life and Education
Harry Prosch grew up as the son of a grocer. When he was young, he faced a challenge: he couldn't go straight to college because he hadn't studied Latin. Instead, he joined an Industrial Arts program. He finished this program in 1935. After graduating, he became an apprentice, learning to make patterns for machines. He worked at a machine company for several years.
Serving His Country
In 1942, Harry Prosch joined the army. He served during World War II in the Pacific region. He was a supply sergeant, which meant he helped make sure soldiers had the supplies they needed. He served in places like New Guinea and the Philippines.
A Life in Philosophy
After his time in the army, Harry Prosch became a philosopher. He worked with another famous philosopher named Michael Polanyi. Together, they wrote several important papers about philosophy. One of their well-known works was a book called Meaning, which came out in 1975. Harry Prosch also wrote his own book about Michael Polanyi, titled Michael Polanyi: A Critical Exposition, published in 1986. These works helped share their ideas with many students and thinkers.
