Hubert Beuve-Méry facts for kids
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Hubert Beuve-Méry
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| Born | 5 January 1902 |
| Died | 6 August 1989 (aged 87) Fontainebleau, France
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| Resting place | Montparnasse Cemetery |
| Nationality | French |
| Occupation | Journalist |
| Known for | Founder of Le Monde |
Hubert Beuve-Méry (born January 5, 1902, in Paris – died August 6, 1989, in Fontainebleau) was an important French journalist and newspaper editor. He is best known for starting the famous French newspaper Le Monde.
Before World War II, he was connected with the Vichy government in France. This government worked with Germany during the war. However, in December 1942, he left them and joined the French Resistance. The Resistance was a secret group fighting against the German occupation.
In 1944, after France was freed, Hubert Beuve-Méry was asked by Charles de Gaulle to create a new newspaper. He used the old offices and printing presses of a newspaper called Le Temps. He also hired staff members who had not worked with the Germans. This is how Le Monde began.
Life and Career
Hubert Beuve-Méry was a key figure in French journalism. He helped shape how news was reported in France for many years.
Founding Le Monde
After France was liberated from German control, there was a need for new, independent newspapers. Hubert Beuve-Méry was chosen for this important task. He took over the resources of an older newspaper. This allowed him to quickly launch Le Monde. His goal was to create a newspaper that was fair and unbiased.
Later Years and Legacy
Hubert Beuve-Méry stopped being the editor of Le Monde in 1969. However, he kept an office at the newspaper's building. He continued to be involved until he passed away at age 87. He died at his home in Fontainebleau, which is near Paris.
In the year 2000, he was recognized for his work. The International Press Institute, based in Vienna, named him a World Press Freedom Hero. This award honors journalists who have done a lot to support freedom of the press.
See also
In Spanish: Hubert Beuve-Méry para niños
