Capa's “The Falling Soldier” (photograph)

Capa’s “The Falling Soldier” is a famous black-and-white photograph capturing a moment during the Spanish Civil War. It shows a soldier just as he is hit by a bullet, falling backward in mid-air. The image is powerful because it freezes a fleeting moment of intense action, highlighting the chaos and tragedy of war. Capa intended to show the reality of combat, not a staged scene, making it an iconic symbol of the violence and human cost of conflict. Its striking composition and emotional impact have made it one of the most recognizable war photographs in history.