Mathew B. Brady | |
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Born | 1822 Warren County, New York, U.S.A. |
Died | January 15, 1896 New York City, New York, U.S.A. | (aged 73)
Occupation | Photographer, photojournalist |
Nationality | United States |
Spouse | Juliette Handy Brady |
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Mathew B. Brady (1822 – January 15, 1896) was one of the most celebrated 19th century American photographers, best known for his portraits of celebrities and the documentation of the American Civil War. He is credited with being the father of photojournalism.[1]