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Lee Run Hu

1913 – 1947

Singaporean writer

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Lived 1913 – 1947 (aged 33–34). Lee Run Hu was a journalist and poet.

Lee Run Hu (; 1913–1947) was a Singaporean writer and poet who was remembered for his contributions to the development of Chinese literature and literary writing in Malaya. He was a prolific writer for Chinese newspapers and other publications, championing socio-political issues, and exposing evils by mercenary businessmen and the Japanese government during the Japanese occupation of Singapore.

Career Lee was a reporter, before and after the war. He was an altruistic man who worked out of his interest in social commentary work, and wrote pro bono for local Chinese newspapers. From 1945 to his death, Lee wrote a total of 132 articles for local newspapers.

Through his articles Lee obtrusively voiced his opinions, and offended many important people in the Malayan society. For instance, he once wrote about wealthy people who had a penchant of "donating a dollar, and expecting 3 dollars' worth of recognition of patriotism, charity, and generosity". As a result, Lee adopted different pen-names to have his work published.

Death Lee died of illness in 1947 at the age of 34. Upon his death, the local literary circle honoured him with an elaborate funeral, and a commemorative feature in the Chinese newspapers, honoring him with the title of Singapore Cultural Warrior.

Fang left behind his wife Liu Peh Chin, son Lee Yew Keng and daughters Lee Yew Koon and Lee Yew Hu.

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Born
1913
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Died
1947
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Who was Lee Run Hu?

Singaporean writer

When was Lee Run Hu born?

Lee Run Hu was born in 1913.

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Lee Run Hu died in 1947.

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Lee Run Hu was a journalist and poet.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Lee Run Hu

· Wikidata: Q6514867

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