Alison Des Forges, 66, Human Rights Advocate, Dies

Dr. Des Forges is survived by her husband, Roger V. Des Forges, a historian of China who teaches at the State University of New York at Buffalo; a brother, Douglas Small Liebhafsky; a daughter, Jessie Des Forges; a son, Alexander; and three grandchildren.

Dr. Des Forges’ efforts went beyond historical documentation.