The journalist John Reed passed away at age 32, way too young.
Biography - A Short Wiki
Journalist and activist who is most widely remembered for his 1919 book Ten Days That Shook the World, his first-hand account of the Bolshevik Revolution. He was a Communist who was considered a martyr for the movement following his death.
He was born in Portland and began attending Harvard College in 1906.
The Oscar-winning 1981 film Reds, directed by Warren Beatty, was based on his life.
How did John Reed die?
| Cause of death | N/A |
|---|---|
| Age of death | 32 years |
| Profession | Journalist |
| Birthday | October 22, 1887 |
| Death date | October 17, 1920 |
| Place of death | Moscow, Russia |
| Place of burial | N/A |
Quotes
"In the relations of a weak Government and a rebellious people there comes a time when every act of the authorities exasperates the masses, and every refusal to act excites their contempt."
John Reed
"Ten days that shook the world."
John Reed
