Wehrmacht militairen op het Rembrandtplein 1941

This anonymous photograph, taken in 1941 on the Rembrandtplein in Amsterdam, captures a snapshot of life under Nazi occupation. The image depicts a group of Wehrmacht soldiers standing in the square, with civilians going about their daily lives. The street scene, typical of the period, portrays the city's surrender to German rule, with the soldiers' presence symbolizing the power and authority of the occupying force. The image, despite its small size, serves as a stark reminder of the impact of war on everyday life in the Netherlands.