Duitse soldaat met oudere vrouw met kopje koffie 1941 - 1943

This anonymous photograph, "Duitse soldaat met oudere vrouw met kopje koffie," captures a poignant moment during the German occupation of the Netherlands. Taken between 1941 and 1943, the image portrays a German soldier and an older woman, possibly a local resident, sharing a cup of coffee outside a building. The intimate setting suggests a brief respite from the wartime realities, raising questions about the complex dynamics of occupation and civilian life during this period. The photograph, now housed in the Rijksmuseum, serves as a powerful reminder of the human cost of war and the enduring impact of historical events.