Joseph Pulitzer was a Hungarian-American newspaper publisher and journalist known for establishing the models of modern journalism and for his role in developing the newspaper industry in the United States during the late 19th century. He was born on April 10, 1847, in Hungary and immigrated to the United States in 1864.
Pulitzer is perhaps best known for his ownership of the St. Louis Post-Dispatch and the New York World, where he introduced innovative journalistic practices, emphasizing investigative reporting, sensationalism, and public service journalism. He was a pioneer in the use of illustrations and cartoons in newspapers and advocated for social reform, labor rights, and political accountability.
In 1917, following his death, the Pulitzer Prizes were established through a bequest in his will to honor excellence in journalism, literature, and music. These awards remain among the most prestigious in their respective fields. Pulitzer's legacy continues to influence journalism today through these awards and the practices he pioneered. He passed away on October 29, 1911.
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