Eerste trein in Paramaribo c. 1905

"Eerste trein in Paramaribo" (First train in Paramaribo) is a photograph by Dutch photographer Eugen Klein, taken around 1905. It depicts the arrival of the first train in the city of Paramaribo, Suriname, a significant moment in the country's history. The image captures the excitement of the event, with a group of men standing in front of the newly-arrived train, which is decorated with flowers and flags. Klein's photograph offers a glimpse into the development of transportation in Suriname during the early 20th century. It is currently housed in the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam.