Möltenort U-Boat Memorial, War memorial in Heikendorf, Germany
The Möltenort U-Boat Memorial is a war monument in Heikendorf situated along Kiel Fjord, featuring a tall column topped with a bronze eagle sculpture. The site includes a circular chamber where visitors can view recorded names and information related to naval personnel.
The memorial was dedicated in 1930 and honors naval personnel from multiple conflict periods in German history. The location along the fjord was chosen because of the submarine force's significance in that military history.
The circular gallery displays bronze plaques bearing the names of submarine personnel from different naval periods. Visitors encounter the human dimension of conflict through these recorded names.
The memorial sits directly by the water and is accessible on foot, with level ground around the main structure. Visitors should prepare for weather conditions, as the location is exposed to the elements.
The original bronze eagle atop the column required complete replacement in 2001 after corrosion compromised its internal structure. This restoration allowed the monument's symbol to endure for future generations.
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