Freedom of the Press

The case epitomizes the extreme dangers faced by journalists and the suppression of media freedom under authoritarian military regimes.

1. The Murder of Lin Baishui

2. Jurisdiction: Republic of China (Beiyang Government) (1926-08-06)
3. Original Case: 林白水之死案
4. VictimsLin BaishuiDefendantsZhang ZongchangWang QiInstitutionsFengtian CliqueSocial Daily News
5. Case Tags: Political Assassination;Freedom of the Press;Historic Case;Extrajudicial Execution