New Holocaust memorial stone in Berlin honors victim Johanna Berger

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A new Holocaust memorial stone was laid in Berlin, serving as a substitute grave for victims. Artist Gunter Demnig installed a brass plaque for Johanna Berger, who was deported and murdered in 1941. Relatives placed white roses and recited prayers. Over 126,000 such "stumbling blocks" have been placed across Europe, aiming to make passersby pause and remember victims of Nazi persecution.


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