Forest Swastika Discovered in 1992
A pilot was flying above the Zernikow in 1992 when he spotted a swastika in the forest. The bright color of larch trees contrasted heavily with the dark green of the pine trees. Dozens of larches were cut down in order to remove the outlawed symbol. How did it end up there? It is speculated that it was planted there by a forest ranger either to show support or under official orders. However, cutting down the trees proved futile as it only grew back. Officials therefore had to chop down 25 more trees in 2000.
Forest Swastika Discovered In 1992
Color Photo Of German Surrender Finally Released in 2009
Photography was restricted when Nazi generals von Fiedeburg and Kinzel surrendered to British Field Marshal Bernard Montgomery. So who took these color photographs of Germany’s surrender on April 30, 1945? The answer would be Ronald Playforth, clerk to the Field Marshal! He kept it hidden for a total of 64 years before he finally decided to sell it in 2009. In the same year, more color photographs taken by Hitler’s photographer would be released to the public.
Color Photo Of German Surrender Finally Released In 2009
