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Zum Gedenken an die politisch Verfolgten in der sowjetischen Besatzungszone (SBZ) und in der DDR zwischen 1945 und 1989
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Zum Gedenken an die politisch Verfolgten in der sowjetischen Besatzungszone (SBZ) und in der DDR zwischen 1945 und 1989

Honoring the Resilient Souls of East Germany

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In Jena, this monument pays tribute to those politically persecuted in the Soviet Occupation Zone and the GDR from 1945 to 1989. It serves as a poignant reminder of the enduring fight for freedom and human rights. Discover the silent dignity of this site and reflect on the courage of those who stood firm for their beliefs.
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Established in 2010, the Monument for the Politically Persecuted 1945-1989 in Jena serves as a significant cultural reminder of the victims of political injustice in the GDR.

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Founded
2010

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Imagine standing here in Jena, where the air feels thick with history. Look around and sense the quiet presence of this monument. It was established in 2010, but the stories it tells stretch back much further. Picture living in a time when a single word could change your life. Right in front of you, this shape stands as a tribute to the resilience of those who stood up for their beliefs. Let this place inspire you to reflect on the value of freedom and justice. You might even hear the whispers of the past among the trees around you.

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