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Dr. Erich Salomon
Dr. Erich Salomon: A Pioneer of Photojournalism Born in Berlin, Germany, in 1886, Dr. Erich Salomon (originally Otto Erich Salomon) was a groundbreaking German Jewish news photographer whose innovative techniques and compelling images documented the world of diplomacy and law during a turbulent era. His life tragically ended in Auschwitz in 1944, but his legacy as a pioneer of photojournalism endures. Early Life & Career: From Law to
Photography Salomon’s early life was marked by privilege; he came from a wealthy Jewish banking family. He initially pursued studies in law, engineering, and zoology before World War I. Serving on the Western Front, he was captured by French forces in 1914. Following the war, he transitioned to advertising within the Ullstein publishing empire, designing billboard advertisements. A pivotal moment arrived in 1927 when, at age 41, he b…