Pierre Degeyter

Pierre Degeyter was a Belgian composer best known for creating the music for “The Internationale,” a famous socialist and workers' movement anthem. Born in 1858, he composed the tune in 1888, which became an anthem symbolizing workers’ solidarity and struggle worldwide. The song’s lyrics were written later, but Degeyter’s melody played a central role in inspiring unity among labor movements. His work remains an enduring symbol of social justice and collective action, and “The Internationale” continues to be sung at various protests and events advocating for workers’ rights.