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Rainer Fetscher
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Rainer Fetscher

Memorial to antifascist resistance.

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The stele dedicated to Prof. Rainer Fetscher commemorates a physician and antifascist resistance fighter who was murdered on May 8, 1945, the day of liberation. It was erected by Martin Hänisch on May 22, 1954.

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May 22, 1954

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You're standing in front of the stele commemorating Prof. Rainer Fetscher. Fetscher was a notable physician and antifascist resistance fighter, tragically murdered on May 8, 1945, the day of liberation. This memorial was erected by Martin Hänisch on May 22, 1954, to honor his courage and sacrifice. Just a short distance north, you'll find Fetscherplatz.

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