Snapshots of the Civil War

Write from the perspective of a war photographer during the American Civil War.

The Civil War was a determinative period in American history. Being a photographer during this time meant documenting harrowing scenes of violence and moments of human struggle. This prompt invites exploration of the emotional toll of war, the role of art and media in bringing realities to the public, war’s tragic impact on humanity, and potential personal growth and transformation.

Scratchpad ℹ️

Feel free to share your story in the comments below.


Follow on social for daily writing prompts in your feed:


Leave a Reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *