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August Jakobson
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Jakobson c. 1926
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Agustin Jakobson
2 September 1904 |
| Died | 23 May 1963 (aged 58) Tallinn, Estonia
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| Nationality | Estonian |
| Occupation | Playwright, politician |
| Years active | 1927 –1958 |
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August Jakobson (born September 2, 1904 – died May 23, 1963) was an important Estonian writer and politician. He wrote many plays. His works were often seen in other Soviet countries. He was known for supporting the ideas of the Soviet government in his writing. People sometimes called his work "ideologically militant" in the 1960s. This meant his writing strongly promoted certain political ideas.
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Early Life and Education
Augustin Jakobson was born in Pärnu, Estonia. His parents were Mihkel and Maria Jakobson. He finished school in Pärnu in 1926. After that, he went to the University of Tartu. He studied economics there from 1926 to 1929. Later, he studied medicine from 1931 to 1935. However, he did not finish his degree.
A Young Writer's Success
August Jakobson started his writing career early. His very first novel was called Vaeste-patuste alev. It was published in 1927. This book won first place in a writing contest. The contest was held by a publishing company called Loodus. This early success showed his talent.
His Role in Estonian Politics
August Jakobson was not just a writer. He also played a big part in Estonian politics. He led the Estonian Writers' Union twice. First, from 1939 to 1940. Then again from 1944 to 1946. During the second time, it was known as the Writers' Union of the Estonian SSR.
Leading Political Roles
From August 1940, Jakobson worked on a Soviet committee. This committee was in charge of checking what could be published. From 1950 to 1958, he held a very important position. He was the head of the Presidium of the Supreme Soviet of the Estonian Soviet Socialist Republic. This was a top leadership role in the government.
Remembering August Jakobson
Today, August Jakobson is remembered in his home country. There is a special monument built for him. It stands near the Endla Theatre in Pärnu. This monument honors his contributions as a writer and politician.
See also
- List of Chairmen of the Presidium of the Supreme Soviet of the Estonian Soviet Socialist Republic
