Rijtuigen rijden voor bij de inhuldiging van koningin Wilhelmina onder het toeziend oog van publiek en militairen op de Dam in Amsterdam Possibly 1898 - 1899

This photograph by Barend Groote, taken sometime between 1898 and 1899, captures the momentous occasion of Queen Wilhelmina's inauguration. The image showcases the grandeur of the event, depicting a packed Dam Square in Amsterdam. The central focus is on the ceremonial platform erected for the occasion, surrounded by military personnel and a sea of faces representing the Dutch populace. This photo serves as a historical document of the event, capturing the celebratory atmosphere of Queen Wilhelmina's ascension to the throne.