Wilfred Burchett

journalist

Wilfred Burchett was an Australian journalist known for his groundbreaking reporting during significant historical events, including World War II and the Cold War. He gained notoriety for his coverage of the Korean War and was one of the first Western journalists to report from Hiroshima after the atomic bombing. Burchett was a staunch advocate for social justice and democracy, often highlighting the struggles of oppressed peoples. His arrival in Portugal on April 26, 1974, coincided with the Carnation Revolution, which ended decades of dictatorship, and he sought to document the experiences of those living through this pivotal moment in Portuguese history. His writings on this period reflect a deep engagement with the themes of freedom and political change.