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ABF-Student
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ABF-Student

Celebrating Education and Progress in Sculpture

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The ABF-Student sculpture by Wilhelm Landgraf commemorates the significance of Workers' and Farmers' Faculties in East Germany. These institutions provided academic opportunities for people from working-class backgrounds. The sculpture captures the spirit of curiosity and learning, standing as a symbol of social equity.
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The sculpture was created by Wilhelm Landgraf.

Guided Story

Imagine standing in a time when education was a privilege. Yet right here, that notion was challenged. Look at the sculpture. The ABF-Student by Wilhelm Landgraf represents more than just a student. Just behind you, a few meters away, stands the ABF-Studentin, and together they tell the story of the Workers' and Farmers' Faculties. These sculptures remind us of the importance of education for everyone, regardless of social background. Feel the breeze of hope and change in the air. You might even catch the whispers of generations who pursued their academic dreams here. The surroundings may have evolved, but the values commemorated here endure.

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