Nijmegen Collection (#3)

Belvedere Nijmegen, Derk Anthony van de Wart, 1815 - 1824

View of the Waal north of Nijmegen, Derk Anthony van de Wart, 1815 - 1824

Nijmegen, view from the Belvedere to the west, Stevens Church, Gasthuiskerk, Valkhof with Barbarossa-ruin, The Netherlands, print maker: Derk Anthony van de Wart (mentioned on object)

View of the rampart southwest of Nijmegen, Derk Anthony van de Wart, 1815 - 1824

View of the countryside southeast of Nijmegen, Derk Anthony van de Wart, 1815 - 1824

View of the landscape east of Nijmegen, Derk Anthony van de Wart, 1815 - 1824

View of the countryside south of Nijmegen, Derk Anthony van de Wart, 1815 - 1824

View of the Waal northeast of Nijmegen, Derk Anthony van de Wart, 1815 - 1824

View of the Waal north of Nijmegen, Derk Anthony of Wart, 1815-1824, The Netherlands

View of the western city of Nijmegen, The Netherlands, print maker: Derk Anthony van de Wart, 1815 - 1824

View of the Valkhof and Waal northwest of Nijmegen, Derk Anthony van de Wart, 1815 - 1824

View of the countryside southeast of Nijmegen, The Netherlands, print maker: Derk Anthony van de Wart, 1815 - 1824

View of the landscape east of Nijmegen, with floodplains, in the distance is Ooij, on the horizon are the church towers include the towns Ooy, Persingen, Doornenburg, Gendt, Hulhuizen, Pannerden

View of Nijmegen, The Netherlands, Albert Flamen, Jacques van Merlen, Lodewijk XIV (koning van Frankrijk), 1664

House on the waterfront in Nijmegen, The Netherlands, Jan Weissenbruch, 1837 - 1880

The French invading Nijmegen, 1672, Caspar Luyken, Pieter van der Aa (I), 1698

Assault of Martin Schenck at Nijmegen, 1589, Jan Luyken, weduwe Joannes van Someren, Abraham Wolfgang, 1679 - 1684

Netherlands - Nijmegen Pier - River Waal
Netherlands - Nijmegen - A Gierpont or Flying Bridge (ferry boat) on the River Waal (a River Rhine distributary connecting Rotterdam to Germany). Date: circa 1910

The Netherlands, Gelderland, Nijmegen (oldest city), exterior building detail

Europe, Netherlands, Gelderland, Nijmegen, Grote Markt, Waag or Waaghouis, the weigh
Netherlands, Gelderland, Nijmegen, Grote Markt, Waag or Waaghouis, the weigh house was built in 1612

Europe, Netherlands, Gelderland, Nijmegen, St. Stevenskerk
Netherlands, Gelderland, Nijmegen, St. Stevenskerk

Europe, Netherlands, Gelderland, Weurt near Nijmegen, Weurt Locks on the Mswaal canal
Netherlands, Gelderland, Weurt near Nijmegen, Weurt Locks on the Mswaal canal, Cargo barges Zodiac and Pieja traveling south

Netherlands, Gelderland, Nijmegen, St. Stevenskerk, Choir School building

Netherlands, Gelderland, Nijmegen, Grote Markt, Waag or Waaghouis, the weigh house was built in 1612

Netherlands, Gelderland, Nijmegen, Control Tower at the intersection of Waal River and Mswaal Canal

The Kronenbourg Park, Nymegen (i. e. Kronenburg Park, Nijmege
The Kronenbourg Park, Nymegen (i.e. Kronenburg Park, Nijmegen), Holland. Date between ca. 1890 and ca. 1900

The ruins of Valkhof (i. e. Valkenhof), Nymegen (i. e. Nijmeg
The ruins of Valkhof (i.e. Valkenhof), Nymegen (i.e. Nijmegen), Holland. Date between ca. 1890 and ca. 1900

Belvedere, Nymegen (i. e. Nijmegen), Holland
Belvedere, Nymegen (i.e. Nijmegen), Holland. Date between ca. 1890 and ca. 1900

The great market, Nymegen (i. e. Nijmegen), Holland
The great market, Nymegen (i.e. Nijmegen), Holland. Date between ca. 1890 and ca. 1900

The town hall and the great market, Nymegen (i. e. Nijmegen)
The town hall and the great market, Nymegen (i.e. Nijmegen), Holland. Date between ca. 1890 and ca. 1900

General view, Nymegen (i. e. Nijmegen), Holland
General view, Nymegen (i.e. Nijmegen), Holland. Date between ca. 1890 and ca. 1900

The Hotel Berg en Dal, Nymegen (i. e. Nijmegen), Holland
The Hotel Berg en Dal, Nymegen (i.e. Nijmegen), Holland. Date between ca. 1890 and ca. 1900

Captured German Soldiers, Holland; Second World War, 1944
Photograph showing German soldiers captured near Nijmegen, Holland, during Operation Market Garden, 1944

British Tanks on Nijmegen Bridge; Second World War, 1944
Photograph showing the Sherman tanks of the British 30 Corps crossing Nijmegen Bridge, as part of Operation Market Garden, September 1944

British and American troops stacking dynamite on the Nijmege
Photograph showing British and American troops stacking dynamite charges against the railing of Nijmegen Bridge, September 1944

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"Nijmegen: A City Steeped in History and Resilience" As a British Sentry stands guard on the iconic Nijmegen Bridge, memories of the Second World War come flooding back. This bridge, known as Waalbrug or The Walloon Bridge, holds tales of bravery and sacrifice that shaped the course of history. From an aerial view, one can appreciate the grandeur of this architectural marvel that connects Nijmegen to the rest of Holland. It served as a lifeline during those tumultuous times when war raged across Europe. The ROC Facade stands tall, representing progress and education in this vibrant city. However, it is not just about buildings; it also pays homage to its past with poignant memorials like the Jewish Memorial Statue. These monuments serve as reminders of lives lost but never forgotten. In modern-day Nijmegen, male and female police officers march together with pride through its streets during annual events. Their unity symbolizes strength and harmony within this diverse community. Captured outside KLM offices is a group photo showcasing women police officers who have broken barriers in their profession. They stand as beacons of empowerment for future generations. Oranje Hotel at Keizer Karel Street offers comfort amidst historical surroundings. Its walls hold stories whispered by veterans who fought bravely at Arnhem during World War II - tales etched forever into the annals of history. Speaking of Arnhem brings us to The Battle of Arnhem where bridges spanning River Waal (Rhine) played pivotal roles in military strategy. Shadows cast upon these walls remind us that even amidst darkness, hope perseveres. Nijmegen encapsulates resilience - a city that has witnessed both triumphs and tribulations throughout time. As you explore its streets today, let your footsteps echo with reverence for those who came before - brave souls whose sacrifices paved the way for our present.