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Photographic Print : Kaiser Wilhelm Memorial Church, Berlin, Germany
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Kaiser Wilhelm Memorial Church, Berlin, Germany
The Protestant Kaiser Wilhelm Memorial Church (Kaiser-Wilhelm-Gedachtniskirche) on the Kurfurstendamm in Berlin, Germany. It was badly damaged in a bombing raid in 1943. The present building, consisting of a church with an attached foyer and a separate belfry with an attached chapel, was built between 1959 and 1963. The damaged spire of the old church has been retained and the ground floor has been turned into a memorial hall
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1943 Belfry Berlin Bomb Bombing Chapel Damage Damaged Foyer Hope Kaiser Kurfurstendamm Peace Protestant Raid Renewal Spire Wilhelm Ww 2 Ww Ii Gedachtniskirche
10"x8" Photo Print
Introducing the captivating "Kaiser Wilhelm Memorial Church, Berlin, Germany" print from our Media Storehouse collection. This evocative image, brought to you by Rights Managed from Mary Evans Prints Online, showcases the iconic and historic Protestant church that stands as a testament to Berlin's past. Damaged during a bombing raid in 1943, the Kaiser Wilhelm Memorial Church on Kurfürstendamm remains a powerful symbol of resilience and renewal. Bring this stunning piece of history into your home or office, and let its timeless beauty inspire and captivate you every day.
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Estimated Product Size is 20.3cm x 25.4cm (8" x 10")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This evocative photograph captures the enduring spirit of hope and resilience embodied in the Kaiser Wilhelm Memorial Church in Berlin, Germany. Built between 1891 and 1895 as a Protestant parish church, the original structure was designed by architects Ludwig Hofmann and Adolf Meyer. However, during World War II, the church was severely damaged in a bombing raid on November 23, 1943. The present-day building, consisting of a church with an attached foyer and a separate belfry with an attached chapel, was constructed between 1959 and 1963 under the direction of architects Egon Eiermann and Hans Scharoun. The retention of the damaged spire of the old church and the transformation of the ground floor into a memorial hall serve as powerful reminders of the destructive forces of war and the human capacity for renewal and healing. The belfry and chapel, with their distinctive modernist design, stand as symbols of the enduring power of faith and the importance of peace in a world scarred by conflict. This image offers a poignant glimpse into the complex history of Europe during the 20th century, as well as the enduring power of religious institutions to provide solace and hope in times of darkness. The Kaiser Wilhelm Memorial Church remains a significant landmark in Berlin and a testament to the resilience of the human spirit.
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