Jägerdenkmal, World War I and II memorial in Kempten, Germany
The Jägerdenkmal is a war memorial in Kempten that honors the fallen from both world wars, constructed from stone and featuring military symbols. The site displays inscriptions dedicated to the soldiers and provides visitors with information panels about the regional impact of the conflicts.
The memorial was built in 1930 but destroyed in 1945 as retaliation for German forces demolishing a French memorial during the war. It was reconstructed in 1952 in a new form without the original materials.
The memorial takes its name from the hunter troops stationed in the region, and today it serves as a place for quiet reflection. People come here to remember the fallen and leave flowers in their honor.
The memorial is located in central Kempten and is easily accessible and open to visitors at any time. The site is suitable for visits throughout the year and can be reached without barriers.
The original 1930 construction used materials from captured French weapons, reflecting the political tensions of the era. These elements were deliberately not included when the memorial was rebuilt after the war.
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