Carl von Ossietzky

Carl von Ossietzky was a German pacifist and journalist, celebrated for his courageous opposition to the militarism and authoritarianism of the Nazi regime. Born in 1889, he became known for his investigative journalism, particularly regarding Germany's rearmament in violation of the Treaty of Versailles. In 1935, he was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize for his commitment to peace and disarmament, even as he faced persecution and imprisonment by the Nazis, ultimately symbolizing the struggle for freedom of expression under oppressive regimes.