#5: The Inventor of Photojournalism
Matthew Harrison Bradley, a key figure in the advent of photojournalism, captured the American Civil War’s essence through his lens during an era when film cameras were burgeoning. He marked the conflict as the first captured through clear, concise photography.

Bradley, a trailblazer, aimed to revolutionize war journalism with his compelling imagery. However, post-war, societal aversion to graphic content resulted in his financial downfall. His impactful yet undervalued work was sold to Congress, leading to a life overshadowed by debt.