Jean-Pierre Kintz

Jean-Pierre Kintz is a noted historian and university professor, recognized for his significant contributions to the understanding of early printed media. In 1987, he discovered a request from printer Johan Carolus for the issuance of a newspaper in Strasbourg, which provided crucial historical evidence that the 'Relation aller Fürnemmen und gedenckwüren Historien' is the world's oldest newspaper. His work highlights the critical role of print journalism in preserving historical narratives.