Gerda Taro

Gerta Pohorylle, born on August 1, 1910, is better known by her professional name, Gerda Taro. A pioneering German war photographer, Taro made her mark during the tumultuous period of the Spanish Civil War. She is celebrated as the first female photojournalist to lose her life while documenting the harsh realities of frontline warfare.

Throughout her career, Taro was not only a talented photographer but also the companion and professional partner of the renowned photographer Robert Capa. Both were Jewish and shared the alias 'Robert Capa' as a strategic move to navigate the rising political intolerance in Europe and to appeal to the lucrative American market.

Significantly, much of the early work attributed to Capa was, in fact, the result of Taro's own skill and vision. Her contributions to photojournalism have left an indelible mark on the field, showcasing the power of imagery in conveying the human experience during times of conflict.