Description: (One of the Earliest Photographers in American History)
Mathew B. Brady, an American photographer, gained recognition for his photography during the Civil War. Prior to the war, he trained under Samuel Morse and established his own studio in New York City in 1844. Brady's portfolio included portraits of various U.S. presidents and notable figures. Throughout the Civil War, he utilized a mobile studio to document impactful battlefield scenes, providing the public with a realistic view of the war. Unfortunately, Brady faced financial struggles after the war as his photographic style fell out of favor, ultimately passing away in debt.