Optocht NSB 1936 - 1937

This photograph, simply titled *Optocht NSB* and of unknown authorship, captures a parade scene in muted grayscale tones. The composition is structured by the receding lines of marchers, diminishing into the distance, against a backdrop of orderly buildings and trees. The photograph uses stark lines and contrasting textures to frame a troubling subject. The orderly rows of marchers create a visual rhythm, yet the anonymity of the figures invites us to consider the loss of individuality within such movements. This manipulation of form destabilizes the traditional values of community, exposing the darker possibilities inherent in collective identity. The anonymous nature of this image underscores a critical aspect of propaganda: its ability to disseminate ideas without accountability. In this way, the photograph functions as a potent reminder of how visual media can shape and distort perceptions, challenging us to question the narratives embedded in the images we consume.