Knygnešių sienelė, Memorial monument in Kaunas, Lithuania
The granite wall in the War Museum garden displays three panels with names of one hundred individuals who protected Lithuanian literature and culture.
Built in 1940, demolished by Soviet authorities in 1950, and reconstructed in 1997, this memorial stands as a testament to Lithuanian resistance against censorship.
The wall lists names in three categories: severely persecuted book smugglers, organizers of literature distribution, and distinguished carriers of printed materials.
Visitors can find the monument in the Vytautas the Great War Museum garden, where guided tours explain the significance of each listed person.
Each name on the memorial underwent careful verification during restoration to ensure accurate spelling and historical documentation of their contributions.
GPS coordinates: 54.89989,23.91093
Latest update: September 25, 2025 07:40
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