Peter Preston, editor between 1975 to 1995, has died aged 79. We’d like to hear your memories of him and the Guardian during his tenurePeter Preston was editor of the Guardian during some dramatic moments in the history of the newspaper. Colleagues have paid tribute to his generosity with advice, with Katharine Viner, editor-in-chief of the Guardian and Observer saying he was “a kind and unobtrusively supportive friend”. Alan Rusbridger, who succeeded him as editor in 1995 said “He combined great integrity, a stubborn toughness and a decent humanity with real strategic vision. He led from the front.”Share your memoriesWe’d like to hear your memories of Peter Preston, and of the Guardian during his tenure as editor.

Source: The Guardian January 08, 2018 09:56 UTC