Vietnam 1958

"Vietnam" is a black and white photograph by Dorothea Lange, a prominent American photographer known for her documentation of social issues. Taken in 1958, the image portrays a Vietnamese woman, her face partially obscured by her hand, evoking a sense of vulnerability and hardship. Lange's close-up composition and focus on the woman's expressive eyes draw the viewer into her world, capturing the profound impact of the Vietnam War on ordinary individuals. The photograph, a powerful example of documentary photography, serves as a poignant reminder of the human cost of conflict.