Nick Ut
Vietnamese-American photographer famous for 'Napalm Girl'
Born
March 29th, 1951
74 years ago
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
United States
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A Vietnamese-American photographer gained prominence for capturing war photography during the Vietnam War. The most recognized work includes the iconic image 'Napalm Girl', which depicted the aftermath of a napalm attack. This powerful photograph played a crucial role in shaping public perception of the Vietnam War. Ut worked for the Associated Press and his photos were widely published in international media, highlighting the humanitarian impact of conflict.
Captured 'Napalm Girl' during the Vietnam War
Received the Pulitzer Prize for Breaking News Photography in 1973
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