Ruïnes rond de brug bij de Kolk te Rotterdam c. 1940 - 1945

"Ruïnes rond de brug bij de Kolk te Rotterdam" is a black and white photograph by J. Nolte, capturing the devastation of Rotterdam in the aftermath of World War II. The image depicts a bridge over a canal, with ruined buildings lining the banks and debris scattered in the water. The photograph serves as a stark reminder of the destruction caused by the war, highlighting the impact on the city’s infrastructure and architecture. The photograph's composition emphasizes the scale of the damage, with the bridge and ruined buildings dominating the foreground and the distant cityscape serving as a backdrop. The image's starkness and its focus on the immediate aftermath of the conflict provide a powerful historical record of the war’s devastating impact.