Memorial event in Spandau: Mahnwachen in honor of the wall deaths

memory of the victims of the wall building

August 13th is a striking day in the history of Germany. On this date in 1961, the construction of the Berlin Wall was decided by the SED regime in the GDR, which sealed the division of the country for many years. This wall became not only a physical barrier between East and West, but also a symbol of the oppression and the conflict of the Cold War. The social and emotional effects of the wall building are still visible today.

The importance of memorial events

On Tuesday, August 13, 2024 , the Spandau district office will put down wreaths in several places to commemorate the wall deaths. This ritual is not just a formal gesture, but an important sign of memory for the community. It serves to keep the stories of people alive who risked their lives for fleeing an injustice state and often lost their lives.

Program of memorial events

District City Councilor Thorsten Schatz will be present at various memorials in Spandau:

• 3:45 p.m.: memorial on Oberjägerweg
• 4:15 p.m.: memorial at the Finkkruger Weg
• 4:45 p.m.: Memorial Bergstrasse

In the ceremonies, the participants are pausing to appreciate the courage of those who fought for their freedom. It is an opportunity not only to think about the past, but also to reflect on the values of freedom and human dignity.

invitation to the community

All Spandauers are welcome to take part in this important day of memorial events. The common memory promotes awareness of your own history and brings the community closer together.