Khosrow Golsorkhi
Iranian journalist and activist
Born
January 22nd, 1944
81 years ago
Died
1974
51 years ago — 30 years old
Category
Activists & Humanitarians
Country
Iran
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Born in 1944, a journalist, poet, and activist. Focused on political issues in Iran during the 1960s and 1970s. Contributed to various publications and expressed revolutionary ideas through poetry. Advocated for social justice and political reform. Arrested in 1971, faced charges for anti-government activities. Executed in 1972, leaving a legacy of resistance in Iranian literature.
Contributed to progressive revolutionary publications
Executed for activism against the Shah's regime
Wrote poetry promoting social justice
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