Listed In: Journalists
Birthdate: October 22, 1913
Sun Sign: Libra
Birthplace: Budapest, Hungary
Died: May 25, 1954
Robert Capa was a celebrated Hungarian-American war photographer and photojournalist famous for his extraordinary work capturing combat and adventure scenes. He fled political repression in Hungary as a teenager and went on to cover five significant wars, such as the Spanish Civil War and World War II. Capa demonstrated immense bravery by risking his life multiple times, including his notable landing on Omaha Beach on D-Day. His impactful photographs were featured in top magazines and newspapers, resulting in him being awarded the Medal of Freedom for his documentation of World War II. Capa was a co-founder of Magnum Photos and is commemorated in Hungary with a stamp and gold coin.
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