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Remains Klessin Castle

The villages Klessin and Whuden belonged to a defence-line during the Battle of Seelöwer Heights. They were defended by 800 German soldiers, against three Soviet-Divisions.

In Klessin are the fundaments of the destroyed castle and trenches still visible.

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Source

  • Text: Jermaine Nicholls
  • Photos: Jermaine Nicholls

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