Monument0097a1b5…11f0Place of Remembrance
Carl von Ossietzky (West)
Stone Memorial Honoring Carl von Ossietzky
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The Carl von Ossietzky Memorial in Berlin commemorates the writer and journalist who died on May 4, 1938, due to imprisonment in the Esterwegen concentration camp. Established in 1965, the granite monument honors the 1936 Nobel Peace Prize laureate. Its inscription in Carl-Ossietzky-Park reflects his courageous advocacy for peace.
Quick Facts
- Founded
- 1965
Guided Story
In front of you is the Carl von Ossietzky Memorial, a granite monument honoring the 1936 Nobel Peace Prize laureate. It was established in 1965 to commemorate the courageous writer and journalist who died on May 4, 1938, following his imprisonment in the Esterwegen concentration camp. The inscription in Carl-Ossietzky-Park reflects his steadfast advocacy for peace. Turn around, and you’ll find Carl-Ossietzky-Park just 92 meters south, a fitting setting for this significant memorial. This monument stands as a solemn reminder of the injustices faced and the ongoing necessity to advocate for peace.
Location
Nearby
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