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Explores the history of combat photography and photographers from the Civil War through Desert Storm, and discusses the impact that the photographic representation of war has had on the American public
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Chronologically, war by war, beginning with some forerunners to the Civil War, this history comprises narrative, photos, capsule biographies, and brief excerpts from interviews and writings by photographers who put themselves at the front lines to capture the images of war. Sixty-seven photographers are profiled; some 200 photos are featured. The format is large (11.5x11.5") to allow dramatic full-page display of many photos. Annotation c. by Book News, Inc., Portland, Or.
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