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Emile Zola (1840-1902) French novelist, on trial for defamation of French military
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Emile Zola (1840-1902) French novelist, on trial for defamation of French military
Emile Zola (1840-1902) French novelist, on trial for defamation of French military authorities for writing a letter to the press referring to the Esterhazy court martial in his effort to obtain justice for Alfred Dreyfus c1859-1935). Sentenced to a year in prison but escaped to England. From The Graphic, London, 12 February 1898
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1898 Alfred Authorities Censorship Court Dreyfus Effort Emile Escaped February Graphic Justice Letter Literature Military Novelist Obtain Press Prison Sentenced Trial Writing Year 1840 1902 Defamation Esterhazy Martial Referring Zola
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This print captures a defining moment in the life of Emile Zola, the renowned French novelist. In this historic image, taken from The Graphic newspaper on February 12th, 1898, we witness Zola standing trial for defamation of French military authorities. His crime? Writing a powerful letter to the press that exposed the injustices surrounding the Esterhazy court martial and sought justice for Alfred Dreyfus. Zola's unwavering effort to shed light on corruption within the military led him down a treacherous path. Despite his noble intentions, he was sentenced to a year in prison. However, fate had other plans for this literary icon as he managed to escape to England before serving his sentence. This photograph not only showcases Zola's resilience but also highlights his profound impact on literature and society at large. Through his writing and activism, he challenged censorship and fought tirelessly for truth and justice. As we gaze upon this image today, it serves as a reminder of the power of words and their ability to provoke change even in times when speaking out against authority seemed impossible. Emile Zola's legacy lives on through his courageous actions during this tumultuous period in French history - forever etched into our collective memory as an emblematic figure who dared to challenge injustice with pen in hand.
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