Optocht van de Nationale Jeugdstorm Possibly 1938

"Optocht van de Nationale Jeugdstorm" is a photograph taken by Associated Press in 1938. It captures a group of young people marching in a procession, likely members of the Dutch National Youth Storm, a youth organization affiliated with the NSB (National Socialist Movement in the Netherlands) during the Nazi occupation. The image, now housed in the Rijksmuseum, offers a glimpse into a significant moment in Dutch history. It features a parade of young boys and girls, all dressed in similar uniforms, playing drums. The photograph’s composition emphasizes the uniform nature of the group, reflecting the organization’s strict structure and emphasis on conformity. The image serves as a historical document, capturing the impact of the Nazi regime on Dutch society during World War II.