Mathew Brady's Grave

We visited the Congressional Cemetery this morning (Washington, D.C.). Behold! Mathew Brady's grave.

Prolific and iconic photographer of the Civil War. Often referred to as the "father of photojournalism." Also, his portrait of Abraham Lincoln formed the basis for the $5 bill and the penny.

Suitable, since my beloved camera showed me the "black screen of death" moments before the supermoon was to rise over the DC horizon, framed by the Washington Monument, Lincoln Memorial and Capitol Building. Seriously... painful.

Ah, well. Thanks for taking time to visit.

[Marnie]

Oh ratzz, a dead camera is the pits, and always happens at just the wrong time. What a shame, the moon is fabulous too. But I like this shot a lot anyway, must check out his work.

[Taffy]

Wait, what??? Your camera has met its end? And on the day you photograph the father of photojournalism. Mmmmmm....significant for sure...not sure though how...and VERY sorry to learn of your camera's potential demise. I know you liked it a lot!

[Scott Houston]

Here's me trying to rationalize a second body that I really don't need -- thanks for helping!

Interesting photo and history -- I will do some reading -- thanks.

[gloria jones]

Excellent shot and narrative

[Joyce]

Interesting photo and history. Thank you Rosie I knew nothing about him.

[Domenico Dodaro]

It would be fun if it was not a drama! Hope the "Black Death" was just low battery and not a more serious problem...

[john morley]

he deserves to be remembered, love the picture of him on his wagon..

[Sandy]

How very frustrating, but you did capture an interesting shot. Both hats he wore during his career in the two corners.

[Leslie]

I will definitely look him up. Thanks .........