Horst Faas

Photographer and journalist, Pulitzer Prize

Horst Faas - Artists & Creatives born 1933
Born

1933
93 years ago

Died
Category

Artists & Creatives

Country

Germany

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A prominent photographer and journalist, contributed extensively to coverage of the Vietnam War. Worked for the Associated Press in the 1960s and 1970s, capturing powerful images that depicted the harsh realities of war. His photographs were published worldwide, garnering attention for their stark portrayal of conflict. Received numerous awards for his work, including the Pulitzer Prize for Photography in 1965. Continued to document significant global events throughout his career, influencing visual journalism.

Won the Pulitzer Prize for Photography in 1965

Documented the Vietnam War extensively

Worked with the Associated Press

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