John Reed
American journalist and poet
Born
October 22nd, 1887
137 years ago
Died
1920
105 years ago — 33 years old
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
United States
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Born in 1887, contributed to revolutionary journalism and literature. Worked as a war correspondent during the Mexican Revolution. Author of 'Ten Days That Shook the World', documenting the October Revolution in Russia. Engaged in political activism, affiliated with the Communist Party. Passed away in 1920, leaving a legacy as a significant figure in leftist journalism.
Authored 'Ten Days That Shook the World'
Reported on the Mexican Revolution
Active member of the Communist Party
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