Hubert Beuve-Méry

Hubert Beuve-Méry was a notable French journalist and editor, born in 1902 and best known as the founding editor of *Le Monde*, one of France's leading newspapers. He played a key role in shaping post-war French journalism by emphasizing independence, thorough reporting, and journalistic integrity. Beuve-Méry believed in providing balanced, accurate news to inform the public and uphold democratic values. His leadership helped establish *Le Monde* as a respected and influential publication, and his approach to journalism has had a lasting impact on the profession in France.