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International Journalist's Day: The Tragic Story Behind the Date Commemorating Every September 8th

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The origin of the International Journalist's Day dates back to 1958.The day recognizes the importance of his profession and the defense of freedom of expression.

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The origin of the International Journalist's Day dates back to 1958.The day recognizes the importance of his profession and the defense of freedom of expression.

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International Journalist's Day: Origin, History and Legacy of Julius Fučík Receive news from... The International Journalist's Day: Origin, History and Legacy of Julius Fučík appeared first in the Political Chain.

Today, on International Journalist Day, the world honors those who make the word a tool for defending the truth, justice and dignity of peoples.

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Every September 8, the International Day of Journalists is commemorated, a date that recognizes the value of a profession dedicated to seeking information, contrasting versions and telling facts of public interest. The commemoration was established in 1958 by the International Organization of Journalists in honor of the Czechoslovak journalist Julius Fučík, executed by the Nazis on September 8, 1943.

Today, on the International Day of Journalists, the world honors those who make the word a tool for defending truth, justice and the dignity of peoples. The date recalls Julius Fučík, Czechoslovak journalist and writer of the anti-fascist resistance, assassinated by the Nazis in 1943, and evokes his extraordinary [...] The entry Journalist's Day: The Job of Telling the Truth was first published on Tele Pinar.

International Journalist's Day: homage to those who are where the news comes from World.- Every September 8th is celebrated the International Journalist's Day, a date dedicated to recognizing those who have made the search for information, truth and freedom of expression a professional responsibility towards society. The commemoration was [...]

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