Stauffenberg-Erinnerungsstätte, Museum and memorial in Old Castle, Stuttgart, Germany
The Stauffenberg Memorial is a museum and memorial space located within Stuttgart's Old Castle, dedicated to Claus von Stauffenberg and the resistance against Nazi rule. The rooms present multimedia exhibits and documents that chronicle his life and the events surrounding the assassination attempt of July 20, 1944.
The memorial was established in 2006 and documents the life of Claus von Stauffenberg, who played a key role in the military resistance movement against Nazi rule. His story is closely connected to Stuttgart's own past and the broader resistance efforts across the region.
The exhibition displays personal objects from Stauffenberg's life such as his cello, ceremonial sword, and childhood photographs taken in Stuttgart, offering insight into his background before the resistance. These items help visitors connect with him as a person rooted in the local community.
The memorial is accessed through the Old Castle, and the exhibition opens several days a week with audio guides available in multiple languages. Visitors should wear comfortable shoes since some areas may have stairs or uneven surfaces to navigate.
The exhibition features an interactive media table that maps out the events of July 20, 1944 across different locations throughout the German Reich. This allows visitors to understand the geographic scope and the network of conspirators involved.
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