A German Heritage

While renovating, the Pohlans found a card from their grandfather. It led to a mass murder that took place 80 years ago in Gardelegen – and to an obligation for both of them.

– published in ‚Stern‘ 05/2025 –

The Pohlans found this card while renovating. On it, the grandfather was obliged to look after one specific grave.

 
 
 
 

The grandparents rarely spoke about the massacre.

The Pohlans make their way to “their” grave in the middle of the grave field.

 
 
 
 

All graves have either ‚unknown‘ or a number written on it.

Helga and Erhard Pohlan are 82 years old. The grave and the responsibility which comes with it has grown close to their hearts.