Duitse soldaten helpen met hooien Possibly 1940 - 1946

This photograph, taken by Polygoon, captures a moment during the German occupation of the Netherlands, likely between 1940 and 1946. It portrays German soldiers assisting with haymaking in the rural village of Opmeer. This photograph serves as a visual testament to the forced labor imposed on the Dutch population during the war. The image showcases the contrast between the German soldiers and the Dutch farmer, highlighting the impact of the war on everyday life and the resilience of the Dutch people.