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| Formation | 1920s |
|---|---|
| Type | Intellectual and cultural organization |
| Headquarters | France |
| Official language | French |
| Key people | Louis Rougier, René Gillouin, and others |
| Affiliations | None officially stated |
The Union of Independent Intellectuals (French: Union des intellectuels indépendants) was a French intellectual and cultural organization established in the 1920s. Known for promoting independent thought and intellectual debate, it brought together writers, philosophers, scientists, and other intellectuals.
History
The Union was founded in the early 1920s, amid growing debates over France's cultural and political future. Its members included prominent intellectuals such as Louis Rougier and René Gillouin. It sought to provide a platform for independent thought, often challenging prevailing ideological norms of the time.
Activities
The organization regularly hosted lectures, debates, and publications aimed at fostering intellectual independence and critical thinking. Topics ranged from philosophy and science to cultural and political issues. It was often considered a counterpoint to politically aligned intellectual groups of the same era.
Decline
The activities of the Union declined in the 1940s, coinciding with the political upheavals of World War II. It is believed to have dissolved by the end of the war.
Legacy
Although short-lived, the Union of Independent Intellectuals is remembered for its commitment to intellectual freedom and its role in shaping cultural discourse in interwar France.