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Messages in Trees Caron's Hofke

In World War II, Merksplas was liberated by Polish soldiers. They scratched messages, like the date 30.09.44 and the Polish Eagle with the word Poland, into trees in the park, which is still visible.

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Source

  • Text: Wiktor Dabkowski
  • Photos: Jhonny Bastiaensen (1), Bart De Smaele (2), (3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8)

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