| Name | Daniel Berrigan |
| Date of Birth | May 9, 1921 |
| Place of Birth | Minnesota |
About
Daniel Berrigan was born on May 9, 1921 in Minnesota. He died on Apr 30, 2016 (age 94). Priest of the American Catholic Church, poet, and political activist who is most well-known for his participation in the Plowshares Movement. His role in the movement earned him the title “Plowshares Father.”
After graduating from high school, he immediately joined the Jesuit Order and was eventually ordained in 1952. As a consequence of his participation in protests against the Vietnam War in 1968, he was placed on the list of the FBI’s Ten Most Wanted. His father’s family was Catholic Irish, while his mother’s family was German; his brother Philip was also a priest and political activist. His mother’s family was German.
Books
Daniel Berrigan was a Jesuit priest who was an outspoken critic of the Vietnam War. He wrote several books about his experiences as a protestor and about his views on the war. His books include “The Trial of the Catonsville Nine,” “Foggy Bottom,” and “The Wall.”
Wife and Family
Daniel Berrigan’s wife, Elizabeth McAlister, is a former nun and peace activist. She is a co-founder of the Plowshares movement, which is committed to nonviolent resistance to war. Elizabeth has been arrested numerous times for her participation in protests against nuclear weapons and the death penalty. She is the author of several books, including “Lenten for a Broken World.”
