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War Memorial

A cross-shaped brick war memorial from 1933 in St. Hubert, listed as a protected monument (No. 127).

In the St. Hubert district stands a war memorial built in the shape of a cross, registered as a protected monument.

At a Glance

Type
War memorial
Shape
Cross
Material
Red brick
Year built
1933
Location
St. Hubert district
Status
Listed monument, ref. 127

Design

The structure is built entirely of red brick. At its base sits a projecting stone plinth 100 cm high, topped by a projecting stone band of 20 cm in the same material.

Origins

The design and construction were carried out by architect Matthias Küsters together with artist Ferdinand Floßdorf.

Heritage Protection

The memorial is listed as a monument by the local heritage authority and recorded under reference number 127.

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