Henri Alleg

Journalist and author of "La Question"

Henri Alleg - Activists & Humanitarians born July 20th, 1921
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Born in 1921, a journalist focused on colonial Algeria. In 1957, captured by French paratroopers during the Algerian War, subjected to torture while writing articles that condemned the use of violence against Algerians. Authored "La Question," detailing his experiences and the broader context of torture in the war. The book became influential in raising awareness about human rights abuses. After the war, continued to write about Algeria's struggle for independence and the consequences of colonialism. Later lived in France and contributed to various publications.

Wrote "La Question" about torture during the Algerian War

Worked as a journalist in post-colonial Algeria

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