Cynthia Young Denies Madrid Project Ties to Capa
The heirs of Robert Capa are challenging Madrid’s plan to name a cultural center after him. Cynthia Young says the project doesn't relate to Capa's work. They want to create a center for photography and the Civil War.
Cynthia Young manages Robert Capa’s legacy. The City Council of Madrid wants to build a cultural center named after Capa. Young says the council’s plan has no connection to Capa or his photography. She wants the center to be a place for studying photography and the Spanish Civil War. The heirs are trying to change the plan.
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Highlights
Capa Heirs Dispute Center
The heirs of Robert Capa are fighting the City Council of Madrid.
Young Denies Connection
Cynthia Young, managing Capa’s legacy, says the project is not related to him.
Center’s Proposed Focus
The center should be a global photography and Civil War study center.
Ayuntamiento’s Project Plans
The Ayuntamiento’s proposed project has no connection to Robert Capa.
Global Reference Aimed
She believes the center should be a global reference for photography.