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A diary of America's wars with photographer Peter van Agtmael

A diary of America's wars with photographer Peter van Agtmael

Summary

Photographer Peter van Agtmael has spent over 20 years capturing images of war, working closely with US soldiers in Iraq and Afghanistan. His photo book, "Look at the U.S.A.: A Diary of War and Home," shows how these wars affect life in America by combining pictures of conflict with everyday scenes from the country.

Key Facts

  • Peter van Agtmael is a photographer who has documented wars for more than two decades.
  • He worked alongside US soldiers in Iraq and Afghanistan.
  • His work focuses both on battlefields and the effects of war on life in the United States.
  • Van Agtmael’s photo book is titled "Look at the U.S.A.: A Diary of War and Home."
  • The book pairs war images with photos of everyday American life after 9/11.
  • His work highlights the connection between wars abroad and their impact at home.
  • He discussed his work in an interview on the show Perspective by FRANCE 24.
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