Faustin Elmer Chaudhry

Place: Saharanpur

Born: 1909

Death: 2013

Biography:

Faustin Elmer Chaudhry, a renowned photojournalist, was born in 1909 in Saharanpur, Uttar Pradesh, India. He is popularly known as ‘Chacha’ and is considered one of the pioneers of photojournalism in Pakistan. Faustin Elmer Chaudhry documented significant events such as the 1947 Partition, the Indo-Pakistani War of 1965, and other important moments in Pakistani history.

Early Life and Career

Chaudhry was born to a Christian family in British India. His hobby of photography turned into a freelance journalism career. In 1934, he started his freelance photography while teaching science at St. Anthony’s High School, Lahore. In 1935, Chaudhry began working as a civil and military photographer, which led him to capture the essence of Pakistan's history.

Notable Works

Some of Faustin Elmer Chaudhry's notable works include his photographs during the 1947 Partition. His work is a significant part of The Citizens Archive Of Pakistan, which showcases his photographs and stories. Chaudhry's work has been recognized with several awards, including the Tamgh-i-Khidmat in 1970, Pride of Performance in 1987, and Sitara-e-Imtiaz in 2004.

Awards and Recognition

Chaudhry's contributions to the field of photography have been recognized by the Pakistani government. He was awarded the Tamgh-i-Khidmat in 1970, Pride of Performance in 1987, and Sitara-e-Imtiaz in 2004. His work has also been featured in various exhibitions, including The Partition Museum in Amritsar, India.

Legacy

's legacy continues to be celebrated through his photographs and stories. His work serves as a reminder of the importance of photojournalism in capturing the essence of historical events. As a pioneer of photojournalism in Pakistan, Faustin Elmer Chaudhry will always be remembered for his contributions to the field of photography and his dedication to capturing the story of Pakistan's history.

• The Citizens Archive Of Pakistan features Chaudhry's photographs and stories.
• Chaudhry's work has been recognized with several awards, including the Tamgh-i-Khidmat, Pride of Performance, and Sitara-e-Imtiaz.
• Faustin Elmer Chaudhry's legacy continues to be celebrated through his photographs and stories.

by Faustin Elmer Chaudhry can be found on Wikioo.org, which features a wide range of his photographs and stories.