Jaures Collection

Jean Jaures
JEAN-JOSEPH-MARIE-AUGUSTE JAURES French socialist statesman, founded and edited L Humanite opposing militarism, assassinated

James Keir Hardie and Jean Jaures
James Keir Hardie (1856-1915), Scottish Labour leader and politician with Jean Jaures of the French Socialist Part (left)

The libel trial of Emile Zola (litho)
2818842 The libel trial of Emile Zola (litho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The libel trial of Emile Zola. Portraits of the principal witnesses)

Jean Leon Jaures, French Socialist leader, from The Year 1914 Illustrated
498873 Jean Leon JaurAs, French Socialist leader, from The Year 1914 Illustrated. by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Jean Leon JaurAs)

Front page, first issue of the newspaper L Humanite
616860 Front page, first issue of the newspaper L Humanite, 18th April 1904 (printed paper) (b/w photo) by French School, (20th century); Musee Social, CEDIAS, Paris, France; (add.info.: Humanite)

Jean Jaures, French socialist politician, 1914. Jaures (1859-1914) became leader of the French Socialist Party in 1902. An antimilitarist

The disarmament of France, the wound always bleeds, Mr Jaures!, 1903. Jean Leon Jaures, (1859-1914) was a French Socialist leader

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Edward Morel in Prison
French-born E.D. Morel, Congo activist against colonial exploitation, in Pentonville prison for anti- war activities, is visited by the ghost of Jaures Date: 1917

At the Spanish frontier, duel between Paul Deroulede and Jean Jaures, illustration
XIR780620 At the Spanish frontier, duel between Paul Deroulede and Jean Jaures, illustration from Le Petit Journal, Supplement illustre, 18th December 1904 (colour litho) by French School

JEAN LEON JAURES (1859-1914). French socialist and politician. Reading a copy of L Humanite, the (then) socialist newspaper of which he was a cofounder (with Aristide Briand) in 1904

JEAN JAURES (1859-1914). French socialist and politician. Photograph by Nadar, c1904

Jaures Photo
JEAN-JOSEPH-MARIE-AUGUSTE JAURES : French socialist statesman, shot by Vilain for his pacifist views, perceived as disloyalty in 1914, when this photo was made. Date: 1859 - 1914

J. J. M. A. Jaures
JEAN-JOSEPH-MARIE-AUGUSTE JAURES French socialist politician

Jaures Caricature
JEAN-JOSEPH-MARIE-AUGUSTE JAURES French radical statesman, caricatured as a firebrand

Jaures Adressing Workers
Jean Jaures, vice president of the Chamber of Deputies, adresses a crowd of weavers on strike at Houplines (North of France)

Jean Jaures, Speaking
JEAN JAURES depicted singing the revolutionary song La carmagnole, which contains the words Tous les bourgeois on les pendra ! (we shall hang every bourgeois)

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"Jean Jaures: A Visionary Leader and Advocate for Social Justice" Jean Jaures, a prominent figure in French history, was a renowned socialist leader who dedicated his life to fighting for the rights of the working class. Born on September 3, 1859, he became an influential voice during a time of great social and political upheaval. Inspired by the ideals of socialism, Jaures worked tirelessly to improve the lives of ordinary people. He believed that true progress could only be achieved through unity and solidarity among all members of society. His vision resonated with many like-minded individuals across Europe, including James Keir Hardie, a British politician who shared Jaures' commitment to social reform. One pivotal moment in Jaures' career was his involvement in the libel trial of Emile Zola. This landmark case shed light on corruption within French society and further fueled his determination to fight against injustice. Tragically, Jean Jaures met an untimely end when he was assassinated on July 31st, 1914 - just days before Europe descended into irreparable conflict. The assassination shocked not only France but also the entire continent as it symbolized the loss of hope for peace during those tumultuous times. Throughout his life, Jean Leon Jaures made significant contributions to politics and journalism. As depicted in various illustrations from "The Year 1914 Illustrated, " he fearlessly championed socialist principles while advocating for disarmament and highlighting societal wounds that continued to bleed. His legacy lives on through institutions such as L'Humanité newspaper which he co-founded – its first issue graced front pages across France. Additionally, Paris pays homage to him with Station Jaurès named after him along Rue d'Germany (now known as Rue de la Flandre).