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Elmer Dyer

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Elmer Dyer
BornAugust 24, 1892
DiedFebruary 8, 1970 (aged 77)
NationalityAmerican
OccupationCinematographer

Elmer Dyer, A.S.C. (August 24, 1892 – February 8, 1970) was an American cinematographer, the first film cameraman to specialize in aerial photography.[citation needed]

Dyer was born in Lawrence, Kansas, and died in Hollywood. He first worked for Universal starting in 1912.[1] During World War II Dyer was assigned to the Army's Motion Picture Unit. He was nominated for an Academy Award for his photography in Air Force (1943).

Selected filmography

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References

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  1. ^ Thomas, Bob (1965-11-30). "You Name It; Elmer Dyer Probably Has It On Film". Reading Eagle. p. 21. Retrieved 2023-09-28.
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