Martha Gellhorn
Born in 1908
Martha Ellis Gellhorn was an acclaimed American journalist, novelist, and travel writer.
Born in 1908, she became one of the most prominent war correspondents of the 20th century, covering major conflicts from the Spanish Civil War to Vietnam.
Gellhorn was known for her fearless reporting style and commitment to documenting the human impact of war.
She authored numerous books, including novels and travelogues.
Gellhorn was briefly married to Ernest Hemingway, though she established herself as a formidable writer in her own right.
Her legacy in journalism is honored through the Martha Gellhorn Prize for Journalism.
She passed away in 1998, leaving behind a remarkable body of work that continues to inspire writers and journalists.
