The document discusses the history and meaning of photography. It notes that the first photograph was taken in 1826 by Joseph Nicéphore Niépce, capturing the view from a window in France. Photography was later invented in 1839 with the introduction of the daguerreotype process. The purpose of photography is to capture life moments like happiness and fun to remember and share with others. Some jobs that someone can get with a background in photography include graphic designer, magazine editor, medical illustrator, photographer, press photographer, and television camera operator.