Memorial to gay and lesbian victims of National Socialism
Memorial to gay and lesbian victims of National Socialism, Memorial stone in Altstadt-Nord, Germany
The granite memorial measures 70 centimeters in height and 120 centimeters in width, situated along the Rhine River at Frankenwerft.
The monument, inaugurated on June 24, 1995, commemorates homosexual individuals who endured persecution during the National Socialist regime in Germany.
The memorial stone features inscriptions acknowledging the gay and lesbian victims, contributing to the recognition of LGBTQ+ experiences during World War II.
Visitors can access the memorial site through public transportation stops near Altstadt-Nord, with the location providing clear views of the Rhine.
The memorial's design incorporates pink granite elements, referencing the identifying markers forced upon homosexual prisoners in concentration camps.
Location: Altstadt-Nord
Inception: 1995
Height: 70 cm
Width: 120 cm
Made from material: granite
GPS coordinates: 50.94091,6.96280
Latest update: March 2, 2025 19:53
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