Monument to the X-ray and Radium Martyrs of All Nations

The stone monument displays names of 359 individuals from fifteen nations who experienced fatal effects from radiation exposure during medical research.

Established in 1936 by the German Roentgen Society, the memorial documents the early development of radiology and its impact on medical professionals.

The monument represents international recognition of scientific advancement costs, recording names regardless of nationality during a period of global tensions.

Located at coordinates 53.5590823, 10.0197902 within the Asklepios Klinik St Georg grounds, the memorial includes additional stone plaques next to the main structure.

The memorial maintains a corresponding honor book containing biographies of the commemorated individuals, with its latest edition published in 1992.

GPS coordinates: 53.55908,10.01979

Latest update: March 7, 2025 04:01