Ernie Pyle

• Born 1900-08-03 · Died 1945-04-18

Ernie Pyle was an American journalist known for his World War II columns that focused on the daily lives of ordinary soldiers. He traveled with troops in Europe and the Pacific, writing from the front lines. His work appeared in hundreds of newspapers and earned national recognition, including the Pulitzer Prize in 1944. Before the war, he covered stories across the U.S., capturing the voices of everyday people.