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Roger Fenton was a British photographer known for his role as the official photographer of the Crimean War in 1853. Capturing 360 images, he focused on the more acceptable aspects of warfare, providing a unique glimpse into the mundane realities faced by soldiers. His work, often exhibited in London and Paris, was taken using glass plates and processed in a horse-drawn wagon. One notable photograph, "L'Entente Cordiale," features British and French soldiers sharing a moment of camaraderie during the war, showcasing a rare perspective on the conflict.
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Roger fenton By hannah and alexander
Who is he? • Roger Fenton was a British photographer. In 1853, he was appointed as the official photographer of the Crimean War, taking 360 photographs in all. Although his pictures only depicted the "acceptable" parts of the conflict, they were the first to capture the mundane aspects of warfare. After a few exhibits of his work in London and Paris, he returned to practicing law.
L’entente cordiale • His pictures were taken on glass plates and processed and printed in a converted wine merchant's horse-drawn wagon. One picture of troops posing shows a group of British and French soldiers enjoying a drink and a smoke in an image called "L'Entente Cordiale".
