George Rodger was a British photographer and photojournalist, born on March 19, 1908, in London. He is best known for his powerful images documenting World War II and its aftermath. Rodger was one of the founding members of the Magnum Photos cooperative, which was established in 1947 to promote the work of independent photographers. Throughout his career, Rodger traveled extensively, capturing significant historical events and cultures. His work included coverage of the Nuremberg Trials and the aftermath of the Holocaust, where he documented the liberation of concentration camps. Rodger's photographs are celebrated for their emotional depth and historical importance.