Zvi Levin, a prominent Jewish journalist and leading figure in the French Zionist movement, died here today at the age of 69. He was an active leader in the French underground during the Second World War. Born in Russia, Mr. Levin, after emigrating to France, was the first editor of the Paris Yiddish daily “Unser Wort.”
Help ensure Jewish news remains accessible to all. Your donation to the Jewish Telegraphic Agency powers the trusted journalism that has connected Jewish communities worldwide for more than 100 years. With your help, JTA can continue to deliver vital news and insights. Donate today.
The Archive of the Jewish Telegraphic Agency includes articles published from 1923 to 2008. Archive stories reflect the journalistic standards and practices of the time they were published.