Once a vibrant Islamic temple with a congregation of 5,000, this mosque in West Berlin stands in ruins after being heavily damaged and looted during the Battle of Berlin. The bullet-riddled minaret and crumbling façade reflect the devastation left by World War II. Captured in August 1951, this image documents the mosque as a relic of its former architectural grandeur. At the time, reconstruction plans were being considered to restore the building as a symbol of resilience amid destruction.
Approximate size: 7x9 in.