The war in Iraq is one of the most widely covered conflicts in history. The ability for journalists to get hold of information previously inaccessible, and photographers being able to send photographs directly to publications or post them on the internet.
http://www.guardian.co.uk/world/interactive/2013/mar/15/iconic-faces-iraq-war-pictures
The above article published to commemorate the tenth year since the invasion, provides us with images of those affected by the conflict. From American soldiers to Iraqi children and journalist we are given a backstory behind some iconic images. The article gives us many different perspectives of the war. Contrasting the hurt of an American who saw friends die with that of a young girl whose parents were killed by US troops, shows the intent on broadcasting the reaction of and impact on all who were involved.
http://www.rferl.org/content/icons-iraq-war-reuters-photographer-wikileaks/24931859.html
The death of Namir Noor-Eldeen, an Iraqi photographer, in 2007 showed how leaked information and images are now a big part of war correspondence. When his van was fired upon by an American helicopter, killing him and at least nine others, the pentagon covered up the story, claiming that information regarding the attack was confidential. The information got out through the now infamous WikiLeaks, who claim they received footage from an anonymous whistleblower. It goes to show that pieces of journalism can now be produced through an internet connection half a world away, gone are the days of combat photographers hauling rolls of film with them through the jungles of Vietnam.
Sam Denham 