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Quote by Bill Eppridge

“You are not just a photojournalist, you're a historian.”

Quote by Bill Eppridge

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Bill Eppridge, born on March 20, 1938 and passed away on October 3, 2013, was a renowned photographer known for capturing historical moments. His work, especially in the field of news photography, has left a lasting impact. Eppridge worked for Life magazine and his photographs have become iconic representations of significant news events. more

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