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The article discusses a photograph taken by conflict photographer Tim Hetherington in 2008 in Afghanistan's Korengal Valley, showcasing a moment of brotherhood between two soldiers engaging in a playful fight. The photo captures the intimacy and relationships formed among soldiers during times of boredom in combat zones. Hetherington's work, now displayed at London’s Imperial War Museum, explores the dynamics of young men in conflict and the bonds they form, shedding light on the human side of warfare. His unique approach to photography, which involved spending extended periods with his subjects, aimed to give agency to those he photographed. The article reflects on Hetherington's tragic death in Libya in 2011 and his deep reflections on the impact of capturing conflict through photography.
Source: YAHOO