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Robert Capa photograph “Falling Soldier or Death of a Loyalist Soldier” shows how photography can have many different views. According to Life Magazine, “Robert Capa’s camera catches a Spanish soldier the instant he is dropped by a bullet through the … Continue reading →

After I read Richard Whelan’s article, the photography “Death of a loyalist solider” by Rober Capa in 1936 that comes up a lot of controversy. The image is surrounding of the sense that it is being staged.  When I first … Continue reading →

The photograph of Robert Capa’s “Death of a Loyalist Soldier” in 1936 is a powerful photograph because it was labeled as one of the greatest war photograph that was ever taken throughout the years of photography. However, the photograph has … Continue reading →

Robert Capa’s death of a loyal soldier has sparked a lot of controversy and is recognized as the greatest war photograph of all time. However, the photograph has been surrounded by the idea that it may be staged. At first … Continue reading →

After reading Richard Whelan’s biography on the authenticity of the photograph “Death of a Loyalist Solider” 1936 taken by Rober Capa, I found out that Whelan’s arguments were convincing. Through Whelan’s evidence and analysis showing this photograph was being staged by the … Continue reading →

Robert Capa’s “the death of a loyalist soldier” is a very action oriented piece and considering this was taken so long ago the exposure of it is astounding. However, there is some valid criticisms that this photograph may indeed be … Continue reading →

When reading the article “Civil War Cooking: What the Union Soldiers Ate” by Tori Avey, I realized how much of an issue it is to have a good meal during the Civil War. Supplies and ingredients were very limited and … Continue reading →

American soldiers are expected to be strong and able to withstand just about anything. Of course, this not only requires them to maintain a healthy lifestyle but also to eat properly. However, the food that was available for soldiers wasn’t … Continue reading →

Before viewing the two articles I had no idea that there was such a food shortage during the civil war. Based off the articles it seems like food, and coffee as well, played an pivotal role in the Union’s success … Continue reading →