Duitse soldaat poseert bij ophaalbrug Possibly 1940 - 1945

This anonymous photograph, taken sometime between 1940 and 1945, captures a German soldier standing on a bridge in Maassluis, Netherlands. The image provides a glimpse into the occupation of the Netherlands during World War II, documenting the presence of German forces in the region. The photograph's stark black and white tones and snapshot aesthetic are characteristic of wartime photography, highlighting the immediacy and documentary nature of the moment. The small size of the photograph, measuring 9 cm by 6.5 cm, suggests it may have been a personal memento or part of a private collection.