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Obelisk auf dem Löwenwall
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Obelisk auf dem Löwenwall

Tribute to Brunswick's Fallen Dukes

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Rising proudly on the Löwenwall, the 22-meter-high obelisk was crafted by architect Peter Joseph Krahe in 1823. It serves as a tribute to the Brunswick Dukes Karl Wilhelm Ferdinand and Friedrich Wilhelm, who fell in the wars of liberation against Napoleon I. This monument stands as a poignant reminder of history and sacrifice in the heart of the city. Visiting this site invites a reflective pause amidst the bustling cityscape.
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Designed by the renowned architect Peter Joseph Krahe, the Obelisk on Löwenwall stands as one of the earliest monuments in the region.

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Founded
August 13, 1823
Architect
Peter Joseph Krahe
Height
22 m
Heritage Status
Heritage Monument

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