Stalag III-A

The camp complex contained 100 buildings and 50 tents across its grounds, accommodating thousands of military prisoners from different nations during World War II.

Polish prisoners were the first to arrive in September 1939, living in tents while constructing the barracks that would house future inmates throughout the war.

The cemetery sections reflect distinct national areas for various prisoner groups, including French, Italian, Yugoslav, and Soviet soldiers who died during their internment.

The local museum maintains an archive with personal data records of 3,900 Russian inmates, including transfer cards available through an interactive research station.

A typhus epidemic during winter 1941-42 caused the deaths of 2,500 Soviet prisoners, leading to the creation of mass graves within the camp grounds.

Location: Luckenwalde

GPS coordinates: 52.09120,13.13030

Latest update: May 12, 2025 05:44