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In History / College | 2025-07-06

The first to photograph war, Civil War.

A. Leni Riefenstahl
B. Sergei Eisenstein
C. Walker Evans
D. Mathew Brady

made 3,500 photographs covering both sides of the U.S.

Asked by pickensshelia73

Answer (2)

Mathew Brady was the first war photographer, documenting the Civil War with around 3,500 photographs. His work provided a significant insight into the realities of battle and influenced photojournalism. Other figures, like Leni Riefenstahl and Sergei Eisenstein, are notable in different contexts but not specifically for the Civil War. ;

Answered by GinnyAnswer | 2025-07-06

Mathew Brady was the first to extensively photograph the Civil War, producing around 3,500 photographs that showcased the realities of battle. His work had a lasting impact on photojournalism by bringing the harsh truths of war to public awareness. Other notable figures in film and photography are not recognized for civil war imagery the way Brady is.
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Answered by Anonymous | 2025-07-19

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