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War Graves 4

The World Wars of 1914-18 and 1939-45

During the two World Wars, 1914-18 and 1939-45, millions of lives were lost. The majority of the servicemen and women, who died in those wars lie buried in the countries where they was fallen. Most members of the Commonwealth forces, who died in Germany, are buried in war cemeteries such as this, which are maintained by the Commonwealth War Graves Commission with the assistance and goodwill of the German people. Those whose graves are unknown are commomorate on special memorial plaque.

 

This quiet resting place, like those elsewhere, is dedicated in memory for those, who lost their lives.

 

Becklingen War Cemetery

This cemetery contains 2401 war burials, mainly of soldiers and airman. By nationality they comprise 2086 Britih, 140 Canadian, 79 Australian, 38 New Zealand, 2 South African, 1 Greek, 19 Polish, 5 Russian, 2 Yugoslav and 29 unidentifed.

 

 

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