Memorial for the victims of the German occupation, Monument to war victims in Liberty Square, Budapest, Hungary.
The memorial consists of a 7-meter-tall structure featuring the Archangel Gabriel holding a globus cruciger, confronted by an eagle representing Nazi forces.
The German occupation memorial, designed by Péter Párkányi Raab, was erected in July 2014 to commemorate the events of Nazi invasion in Hungary during 1944.
The monument generates discussions about historical memory, with community members placing personal tributes and photographs along its perimeter to honor Holocaust victims.
Visitors can access the memorial at any time without entrance fees, while guided tours provide information about Hungary's World War II experiences.
The eagle in the monument bears the inscription '1944' on its ankle, marking the specific year when German forces entered Hungarian territory.
Location: Budapest
Inception: 2014
Architects: Péter Párkányi Raab
Height: 7 m
GPS coordinates: 47.50472,19.05028
Latest update: May 10, 2025 22:28
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