Guided tours of the special exhibition
In September 1944, Allied troops crossed the border of the German Reich south of Aachen. One month later, the Red Army invaded East Prussia. Despite the Allies' military superiority, the Nazi leadership demanded that the war be continued "to the last drop of blood."
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Gedenkstätte Deutscher Widerstand
Every town was to be defended without regard for the civilian population. Anyone who defied these orders, criticized the regime, or expressed doubts about the "final victory" risked their life.
Nevertheless, individuals resisted the Nazi orders of destruction and tried to prevent the senseless defense of their hometowns. They contacted the Allies, disarmed members of the "Volkssturm," and distributed leaflets calling for disregard of the slogans of perseverance. In various towns and villages, citizens publicly advocated for a surrender without a fight – often women led these demands.
The forms of resistance against the end of the war are diverse: they range from spontaneous refusal to targeted actions by political opponents of National Socialism who attempt to disempower local party officials.
- Registration is required by the day before the event by email: veranstaltung@gdw-berlin.de
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Additional information
Meeting point: St. Matthäus-Kirche Matthäikirchplatz am Kulturforum, 10785 Berlin-Mitte
