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Apelstein 40
A solemn tribute to the Battle of Leipzig.
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Leipzig: Explorer25 pts
Leipzig: Insider50 pts
Apelstein 40 in Leipzig-Paunsdorf commemorates the Battle of Leipzig on October 18, 1813. This historic obelisk honors Captain Bogue and his English rocket battery. It was erected on January 17, 1863, and is recognized as a heritage monument in Saxony.
Quick Facts
- Founded
- January 17, 1863
- Heritage Status
- Heritage Monument
Guided Story
You are standing before Apelstein 40, a remarkable marker of history. This obelisk commemorates the Battle of Leipzig on October 18, 1813, and honors Captain Bogue and his English rocket battery, who played a significant role in this battle. It was erected on January 17, 1863, and is recognized as a heritage monument in Saxony. Look around, and you'll find the Green Bow Paunsdorf park about 325 meters southeast, offering a peaceful spot for reflection. To the west, around 680 meters away, lies Apelstein 38, another monument recalling the events of this historic battle.
Location
Nearby
Grüner Bogen Paunsdorf
326 m away
Großer Garten Paunsdorf
1.2 km away
water tower Leipzig-Paunsdorf
1.3 km away
Weg der Jahresbäume
391 m away
Wasserturm (Ost 2)
995 m away
Genezarethkirche
1.6 km away
Leipzig Nazi Forced Labour Memorial
2.0 km away
Apelstein 41
2.5 km away
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