Nick Ut

Nick Ut

Nick Ut was born on March 29th, 1951

Full Name: Huỳnh Công Út
Place of Birth: Long An, Vietnam
Occupation: Photographer
Nationality: Vietnamese-American
Notable Work: Napalm Girl
Awards: Pulitzer Prize
Associated Press: Staff Photographer
War Coverage: Vietnam War

Captured the iconic "Napalm Girl" photograph during the Vietnam War, which became a powerful anti-war symbol. This Pulitzer Prize-winning image continues to evoke emotions and spark conversations about the human cost of conflict.

Timeline
1951
Born in Long Khanh, Vietnam
Nick Ut was born on March 29, 1951, in Long Khanh, Vietnam.
1966
Joined Associated Press
Ut joined the Associated Press as a photojournalist in Saigon, Vietnam.
1972
Took Iconic Napalm Girl Photo
Ut took the iconic photograph of Phan Thị Kim Phúc, known as the Napalm Girl, during the Vietnam War.
1973
Won Pulitzer Prize
Ut won the Pulitzer Prize for Spot News Photography for his iconic photograph.
2017
Retired from Associated Press
Ut retired from the Associated Press after 51 years of service.
Nick Ut

Nick Ut Quiz

What is the name of the photograph taken by Nick Ut that became a powerful anti-war symbol?

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FAQ
What is Nick Uts most famous photograph?
Nick Ut is best known for his iconic photograph of a 9-year-old girl, Phan Thị Kim Phúc, running naked and screaming after being severely burned by a napalm bomb during the Vietnam War.
What awards did Nick Ut win for his photography?
Nick Ut won the Pulitzer Prize for Spot News Photography in 1973 for his photograph of Kim Phúc, as well as numerous other awards for his work, including the World Press Photo award.
What was Nick Uts experience during the Vietnam War?
Nick Ut was a photographer for the Associated Press (AP) during the Vietnam War, and he covered many of the conflicts most significant events, including the fall of Saigon in 1975.
How did Nick Uts photograph of Kim Phúc impact the world?
Nick Uts photograph of Kim Phúc became an iconic image of the horrors of war and helped to galvanize public opinion against the Vietnam War, leading to increased pressure on governments to end the conflict.
What is Nick Ut doing now?
Nick Ut is still active as a photographer and has continued to work for the Associated Press, covering a wide range of news events and assignments around the world.

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