Monumentc9d4b0fb…eea5Place of Remembrance
Ernst Thälmann
Memorial for the murdered politician Ernst Thälmann
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This Berlin memorial honors Ernst Thälmann, born on April 16, 1886, and murdered on August 18, 1944. Created by Erwin Damerow in 1969, the bronze bust pays tribute to the prominent German politician. The inscription records his lifespan and commemorates his dedication.
Quick Facts
- Founded
- 1969
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- Authorship unavailable
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- Approval provenance unavailable
- Editorial review
- Not reviewed
Guided Story
In front of you is a bronze bust commemorating Ernst Thälmann. Born on April 16, 1886, he was murdered on August 18, 1944. This memorial was crafted in 1969 by Erwin Damerow. It honors Thälmann's dedication as a German politician. The inscription records his birth and death dates. To the west, you'll find the Franz Stenzer memorial just a meter away.
