Eddie Adams
Photographer and journalist, Pulitzer Prize
Born
June 12th, 1933
91 years ago
Died
September 19th, 2004
20 years ago — 71 years old
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
United States
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Born in 1933, a photographer and journalist recognized for compelling images from conflict zones. Coverage during the Vietnam War provided visceral insights into the harsh realities of war. One iconic photograph, the execution of a Viet Cong prisoner in 1968, won the Pulitzer Prize and became a symbol of the conflict. Adams worked extensively with various publications and produced significant work in photojournalism throughout his career, capturing major events and figures.
Won the Pulitzer Prize for Photography in 1969
Photographed the execution of a Viet Cong prisoner
Documented various conflicts and social issues
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