Sebastopol_ Graves of English officers c. 1855

"Sebastopol: Graves of English officers" (c. 1855) is a photo by Roger Fenton depicting a somber scene of a graveyard in Sebastopol, Crimea. The image showcases Fenton's skill in capturing the stark reality of war, a central theme in his photographic work. This photo is significant for its documentation of the Crimean War and the tragic consequences of war for soldiers. Fenton's work is considered important for its role in establishing photography as a powerful tool for visual storytelling. This photo, now held in the Städel Museum, invites viewers to contemplate the cost of war.