Anti-Kriegs-Museum, Peace museum in Berlin, Germany.
The Anti-Kriegs-Museum is a peace museum in Berlin displaying photographs, documents, and objects from both world wars. The collection includes medals, postcards, diaries, letters, and an authentic World War II air-raid shelter furnished with original items.
The museum was founded in 1925 by pacifist Ernst Friedrich, but the original collection was destroyed by the Nazis in 1933. It reopened in 1982 under the direction of Friedrich's grandson as a memorial.
The museum centers on personal items that show how war affected individuals across time. Visitors encounter authentic letters and diary entries that reveal what soldiers and families experienced.
The building sits on Brüsseler Straße and opens in the afternoon and evening for visitors. The first floor is wheelchair accessible, allowing for barrier-free exploration.
A large world map in the museum displays current conflicts around the globe, updated continuously. Special exhibitions explore modern warfare technology and chemical weapons history, showing how the museum remains relevant to contemporary issues.
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