1882 - 1958
Herbert Bayard Swope was an American journalist and author, born on November 7, 1882, and known for being the first recipient of the Pulitzer Prize for Reporting in 1917. Swope worked as an editor for several newspapers, including The New York World, and gained prominence for his investigative reporting and coverage of significant events such as World War I. He is also recognized for his critical views on various political figures and his ability to blend journalism with literary storytelling.