Legendary war photographer Horst Faas died at the age of 79

Horst Faas, almost half a century had worked in The Associated Press, winner of two Pulitzer Prizes, died Thursday, May 10 in Munich at the age of 79 years.

The sad fact - the military photographers become famous after his death. Those who die in battle, immediately attracted the attention of the media, colleagues and the public. The star of glory shines brightly, but not for long. Those who die a natural death, are awarded only rare mentions in newspapers.

Horst Faas was more than just a talented photographer. The fame he received for his pictures from the Vietnam War, where in 1967 he was seriously wounded. It is for the Vietnamese photos he received both the Pulitzer Prize. Editor in Chief of The Associated Press Kathleen Carroll says of him: "Horst was one of the greatest talents of our time, a brave and courageous editor of the photographer who owns perhaps the most famous photos of the century. He was an irreplaceable employee and great friend. "