Oorlogsschade en neergestorte vliegtuigen, 1940 1940

"Oorlogsschade en neergestorte vliegtuigen, 1940" (War damage and crashed airplanes) is a photograph album documenting the destruction caused by the German Luftwaffe during the Battle of the Netherlands in 1940. This specific page showcases several photographs of downed airplanes and war damage, illustrating the impact of the bombing campaign on the Dutch landscape and infrastructure. The anonymous photographer captures the devastation with a stark realism, serving as a powerful reminder of the horrors of war. This album is now housed in the Rijksmuseum, a testament to the historical significance of this period.