#53 Naturpark Dahme-Heideseen. (Henning Rogge)

When German photographer HenningRoggehappened upon a giant hole in a forest in Germany, he realized that he discovered something unique and historic—a bomb crater from World War II.

“I was amazed by its size and clear, circular shape. After doing some research, I found that many similar-looking holes still exist all over the country,”Roggewrites on hissite.

Roggesoon started exploring Germany in search for new craters to photograph, using aerial photos and maps to find new locations.

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“The craters are special to me because they don’t come across as dramatic like other sites connected to war,” he said. “They are more abstract. This sense of disconnection reflects my own position toward this period of German history, which is almost unimaginable to me.”

InRogge’sphotos the holes are shown as a part of nature, as many have become a part of the landscape over time.

“These are sites where World War II bombing has left its mark, once-decimated areas that now blend into their surroundings,”Roggewrites on his site.

All of the images in the Hamburg-based photographer’s series were captured between 2008 and 2013. The images are currently being shown at “The Beautiful Changes” exhibition atRH Contemporary Artin New York City.

To see more ofRogge’swork visit hiswebsite.