Camp of the 5th Dragoon Guards 1855

Roger Fenton's "Camp of the 5th Dragoon Guards" (1855) is a striking example of war photography. The image captures the reality of camp life during the Crimean War, showing a sprawling camp with tents, horses, and soldiers. Fenton's use of the collodion process creates a stark, almost clinical depiction of the scene, emphasizing the vastness of the camp and the harsh realities of military life. This photograph, now housed at the Art Institute of Chicago, is considered a significant work in the development of photojournalism and provides a poignant glimpse into a historical conflict.