Soaring Over 1938 Netherlands: Part-2 in Stunning Color!

This mesmerizing colorized footage, Part 2 of a 1938 aerial odyssey, unveils the Netherlands from above more than 85 years ago, offering a breathtaking look at a nation transformed by time and war. Capturing spectacular aerial views of Den Haag’s Binnenhof (the Dutch government’s residence), its historic Grote Kerk with its original steeple, and other iconic landmarks, the film sweeps over diverse landscapes—from Paleis Soestdijk in Baarn to the Martinitoren in Groningen, the Afsluitdijk at Kornwerderzand, and the Noordoostpolder’s construction near Lemmer. It also showcases Zandvoort’s old Water Tower (destroyed in WWII, 1943), Rotterdam’s Witte Huis, Philips factories in Eindhoven, and the Vredespaleis in Den Haag, donated by Carnegie. With a detailed timeline guiding your flight, this restored archive—reflecting pre-war changes like the Zuiderzee’s closure and industrial growth—grips history buffs and aviation enthusiasts, offering a vivid glimpse into a Netherlands on the cusp of dramatic change, altered by World War II and modern developments.