The Tombs of the Generals on Cathcart's Hill 1855

"The Tombs of the Generals on Cathcart's Hill" is a photograph taken by Roger Fenton in 1855 during the Crimean War. This poignant image depicts a stark landscape dotted with simple grave markers, a poignant reminder of the human cost of war. Fenton's work, often referred to as "war photography," captured the realities of the Crimean War with stark realism, emphasizing the harsh conditions and the loss of life. The lone figure standing in the foreground, possibly a soldier, adds a sense of somber contemplation to the scene. This photograph, now housed at the Art Institute of Chicago, is a powerful testament to the enduring legacy of conflict.