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Mourning figures German War Cemetery Langemarck
In various renovations over the years these figures have been moved from place to place in the cemetery. Now they stand at the top end of the mass grave. They were sculpted by Professor Emil Krieger. Date: 2016
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This poignant photograph captures the haunting figures of mourners at the German War Cemetery in Langemarck, Belgium. The cemetery, dedicated to the fallen German soldiers of the First World War, has undergone various renovations over the years. In 2016, the mourning figures sculpted by Professor Emil Krieger were moved from their original positions and now stand at the top end of the mass grave. Professor Krieger, a renowned German sculptor, created these figures in the 1920s as a tribute to the fallen soldiers. The mourners are depicted with their heads bowed and hands outstretched, a symbol of grief and remembrance. The figures have been moved several times since their installation due to the cemetery's renovations. The cemetery lies near the town of Ieper, or Ypres, in western Belgium, a site of intense fighting during World War I. The First World War, also known as the Great War, lasted from 1914 to 1918 and resulted in the deaths of millions of soldiers and civilians. The war left a deep scar on Europe and the world, and the German War Cemetery in Langemarck serves as a reminder of the sacrifices made during this tragic period in history. The mourning figures, with their solemn expressions and outstretched hands, continue to evoke a sense of loss and reverence, drawing visitors to pay their respects to the fallen soldiers. Their quiet vigil stands as a testament to the enduring power of art to capture the human experience and preserve the memory of the past.
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