Monument961e6273…66aePlace of Remembrance
Friedrich-Wilhelm-Eiche
A natural and war memorial combined
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Braunschweig: First Steps10 pts
Braunschweig: Explorer25 pts
Braunschweig: Insider50 pts
The Friedrich-Wilhelm Oak in Braunschweig stands as a natural monument commemorating Duke Friedrich Wilhelm of Brunswick-Lüneburg-Oels's bivouac on July 31, 1809. A metal enclosure, added in 1859, surrounds the tree, underscoring its historical significance. This site preserves the memory of the events leading up to the Battle of Ölper.
Quick Facts
- Founded
- June 18, 1850
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Location
Nearby
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