Blad 60 uit Stamboek van de leerlingen der Koloniale School voor Meisjes en Vrouwen te 's-Gravenhage deel II (1930-1949) Possibly 1934 - 1939

This is page 60 from the Register of Students of the Colonial School for Girls and Women in The Hague, dating from 1930 to 1949. The Colonial School reflects the Netherlands' long history of colonial expansion, particularly in Indonesia, formerly known as the Dutch East Indies. These records capture a specific moment in time when young women were being trained with the intention of them going abroad. As they were being prepared for life overseas, what expectations were placed upon these women? The pages contain names and photographs, alongside information about their origins and destinations, revealing personal stories embedded within broader colonial narratives. The register serves as a poignant reminder of the complexities of identity and belonging, against the backdrop of colonial history. It asks us to reflect on the individuals whose lives were shaped by these encounters, and the emotional dimensions of migration, displacement, and cultural exchange.