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W T Stead (1849-1912) - English Newspaper Editor and pioneer of investigative journalism
W T Stead (1849-1912) - English Newspaper Editor and pioneer of investigative journalism in the Victorian era. Championed the raising of the age of consent from 13 to 16. Date: 1905
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This portrait captures the enigmatic figure of W.T. Stead (1849-1912), a pioneering English newspaper editor and investigative journalist who made headlines in the Victorian era. With his distinctive beard, piercing gaze, and a stack of papers on his desk, Stead exudes an air of intensity and determination. Born in 1849, Stead began his journalistic career in the late 19th century, championing causes that were often controversial and divisive. One of his most notable campaigns was his advocacy for raising the age of consent from 13 to 16, a cause that brought him both acclaim and controversy. In 1885, Stead published an article titled "The Maiden Tribute of Modern Babylon," which exposed the sexual exploitation of young girls in London. The article led to the passage of the Criminal Law Amendment Act of 1905, which raised the age of consent to 16. Stead's investigative journalism techniques were groundbreaking and influential, paving the way for modern investigative reporting. He was known for using undercover reporting, sting operations, and other unconventional methods to uncover the truth. His work often put him at odds with the establishment, but his commitment to exposing injustice and holding the powerful accountable earned him a loyal following. Despite the controversies that surrounded him, Stead's legacy as a pioneer of investigative journalism endures. This portrait, taken in the early 1900s, captures a moment in time when a determined journalist was using his pen to make a difference in the world.
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