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Mathew Brady (1823-1896) is renowned for his iconic photographic documentation of the American Civil War. He was a pioneering figure in photojournalism, capturing the stark realities of the battlefield and the lives of soldiers. His portraits of prominent figures like Abraham Lincoln, as well as his poignant scenes of battlefields and camps, provide a powerful historical record. Brady's work is considered to be a crucial contribution to the understanding of the Civil War era.
Born
1823
Died
1896