Zuiderzeewerken: Wieringermeer, Dijkgedeelte Oude Zeug 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 Wieringermeer dike in the Netherlands. The Zuiderzeewerken, a series of large-scale engineering projects aimed at reclaiming land from the Zuiderzee, are evident in the image. The photo shows the dike stretching out into the sea, a testament to the ambitious nature of the project. The use of aerial photography to document this major infrastructure project was innovative for its time, highlighting the advancements in technology and its role in shaping the landscape.