Zuiderzeewerken: Wieringermeerdijk nabij Medemblik 10 sept. 1928 Possibly 1928 - 1929

This aerial photograph, taken by the Fototechnische Dienst K.L.M. in 1928 or 1929, captures the construction of the Wieringermeerdijk near Medemblik, Netherlands. The image depicts a long, narrow dike extending out into the Zuiderzee, showcasing the monumental effort involved in reclaiming land from the sea. The aerial perspective provides a unique view of the project, highlighting the scale and progress of this significant engineering feat. The Zuiderzee Works, of which the Wieringermeerdijk is a part, transformed the Dutch landscape and are considered a testament to human ingenuity and perseverance.