Inspectie van de troepen door prins Hendrik, op de Dam, Amsterdam, 5 maart 1901, feestelijkheden ter gelegenheid van het huwelijk van koningin Wilhelmina en prins Hendrik 1901

This black and white photograph, "Inspectie van de troepen door prins Hendrik, op de Dam, Amsterdam, 5 maart 1901, feestelijkheden ter gelegenheid van het huwelijk van koningin Wilhelmina en prins Hendrik," was created by Dutch photographer Barend Groote in 1901. The image depicts a military inspection on the Dam Square in Amsterdam, likely commemorating the wedding of Queen Wilhelmina and Prince Henry. The scene shows a crowd of people and soldiers lined up in a street, while the royal couple are being escorted toward the front of the crowd. This image, with its detailed portrayal of a historical event, offers insight into Dutch society at the turn of the 20th century, specifically the celebrations surrounding a royal wedding.