Beëdiging van officieren 1903 - 1913

This anonymous photograph, “Beëdiging van officieren” (Oath of Officers), was taken between 1903 and 1913. The photo depicts a military ceremony likely taking place in the Dutch East Indies, as indicated by the surrounding landscape. The scene shows officers in uniform being sworn in, while a crowd of spectators looks on. The composition captures the formality of the event, emphasizing the importance of the oath-taking. The image is a valuable historical document, providing a glimpse into the colonial era of the Dutch East Indies.