Thousands of War Graves Made Visible Digitally - New interactive map reveals 1,000 WWII gravesites in Saxony-Anhalt
War cemeteries in Saxony-Anhalt hold a poignant reminder of World War II, with approximately 38,000 war dead. A new interactive online map, a collaboration between the Interior Ministry and the War Graves Commission, allows users to explore around 1,000 locations containing war cemeteries and graves across the region. The map, launched in 2022, is a comprehensive two-volume documentation spanning roughly 1,000 pages. It serves as a solemn reminder of the war's impact, with each gravesite telling a story. Rüdiger Erben (SPD), state chairman of the German War Graves Commission, believes this will significantly expand educational opportunities in schools and with young people. Engaging with these historical events in one’s own community offers a far more immediate and personal connection to the past, noted Erben. Many will be surprised to learn that traces of the war can be found in nearly every municipality. Interior Minister Tamara Zieschang (CDU) agrees, stating that the families and descendants of the war victims deserve to have their memory preserved. The interactive online map allows users to explore these sites, fostering remembrance and understanding. It commemorates not only soldiers but also forced laborers and other civilian casualties, ensuring their stories are not forgotten.
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