How did photographers such as Henri Cartier-Bresson and Robert Capa shape the style and ethics of photojournalism in the mid-20th century, and what lasting influence did they have on the profession?
In what ways did the Farm Security Administration's photographic project during the Great Depression impact public awareness and government policies regarding rural poverty in the United States?
How did the introduction of portable cameras and the development of roll film by Kodak in the late 19th century democratize photography and change the way people captured everyday life?
What role did photography play in documenting the American Civil War, and how did photographers like Mathew Brady and Alexander Gardner contribute to public perceptions of the conflict?
How have iconic photographs from the past shaped our understanding of key historical events, and in what ways do they continue to influence contemporary perspectives on history?
How did the introduction of portable cameras and faster film in the late 19th and early 20th centuries change the role of photography in journalism and everyday life?
In what ways did early photographers overcome technical limitations to capture images during significant historical moments, such as the American Civil War or the Industrial Revolution?
