Kriegerdenkmal am Galgenberg, War memorial on Galgenberg hill, Hildesheim, Germany
Kriegerdenkmal am Galgenberg is a war memorial in Hildesheim featuring a soldier statue approximately 5.5 meters tall standing on a pedestal. The figure wears a heavy coat and steel helmet, with a pilaster rising behind to form part of the overall composition.
The memorial was erected in 1939 to honor over 4,000 soldiers from an Infantry Regiment who died in World War I. It was built during a period when such monuments were being established across Germany to commemorate the fallen.
The inscription on the monument speaks of sacrifice and duty, reflecting how the place served to honor fallen soldiers through symbolic language. This message remains visible to anyone who visits, shaping how the site is remembered today.
The memorial sits on the southwest slope of Galgenberg and can be reached through two circular lawn areas that lead to the main structure. The site is easy to explore on foot and offers space for quiet contemplation.
The statue is carved from dolomite stone quarried at Salzhemmendorf and survived World War II without damage despite heavy destruction in the surrounding area. This makes it an unusual survivor from that period in the city.
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