Yesterday in Libya, two western photojournalists were killed and two others were wounded in the city of Misrata, which was being hailed on by government forces, and has been for weeks now.
It is unclear what actually happened, but it is claimed that a rocket propelled grenade killed Chris Hondros (of NY) Winner of the Robert Capa Gold Medal, and (British born) oscar nominated, (best documentary 2010 "Restrepo"he co-directed) Tim Hetherington, and wounded two assistance of theirs. It is said that they were following Rebel troops from Tripoli street in Misrata where there the fighting was the heaviest. Both died from brain injuries and loss of blood.
I don't want you, my readers, to think that I don't care about the troops, or the civilians or others that have died in Libya or anywhere else in the recent past, and the present. It is just that as a writer, blogger, and hopeful Journalist after school, I hold a special place in my heart for these men and women that risk their lives so keep us informed. I can't speak for others, but I want to be in this line of work to help others stay informed and to be there to witness revolutions, to be at the forefront of the news. It is exciting for me to think that these people are able to see this happen first hand. Also though, they are helping out the peoples in these places by telling their story. I have not yet seen Restrepo, but I do plan on checking it out (for any who are interested it can be found on Netflix Instant Watch).
The stories that these people tell, are not for personal glory, they tell these stories so that we can understand what is going on, what is happening. Most of their work seems to go under the radar, most of us have not heard of these nameless journalists that are being beaten in Libya, China, Afghanistan, Iran, etc etc, just so that we can sit behind our computers and have information. I commend their efforts and support their mission. These peoples are the real agents of truth, risking and giving their lives to hand us that truth. I may not yet be among their ranks, but soon I will be, and I too will spread truth to the masses.
... this has gotten a bit too melodramatic, my apologies readers.
The Civil War in Libya is far from over. Muammar Gaddafi cannot win, that is clear, but he also may not loose. There is speculation over whether or not there will be two Libyas after this. East and West Libya perhpas. I honestly don't think Gaddafi will go for this however. He is a man that has dreamed of uniting Africa under his rule and being the first Emperor of Africa, if he looses Libya that is like a kick in the shins. Needless to say, he will not give up until he feels he has won something. So we will have to wait and see what happens there, keep searching the Net for news and info.
Here are some links to the works (or where you can find the works) of:
Chris Hondros
Tim Hetherington
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