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Question 18 • *Introduction to Art - WCPHS

The “father of journalism” is known for ___________________

Answer
A
rallying for government support for photo journalism during the Revolutionary War.
B
being the first photographer to create a photo essay for the national newspaper.
C
inventing the process of straight photography and the portable dark room.
D
photographing battling scenes during the Civil War.

Explanation

Mathew Brady is often called the “father of photojournalism.” He is best known for photographing the American Civil War, including its battle scenes and soldiers. Therefore, the correct choice is “photographing battling scenes during the Civil War.”

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