Plauen honors 60 fallen sailors with solemn memorial plaque on Volkstrauertag

Their names, ranks, and final moments now etched in bronze. On Germany’s Day of Mourning, Plauen paid tribute to sailors lost decades ago—but never forgotten.

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2025 December 2 . 1:13 PM

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Plauen honors 60 fallen sailors with solemn memorial plaque on Volkstrauertag

A new memorial plaque honouring 60 sailors from Plauen who lost their lives in naval combat during World War II was unveiled on Volkstrauertag, Germany’s National Day of Mourning. The ceremony took place on November 16 at the headquarters of the Plauen/Vogtland Naval Veterans’ Association. The plaque, designed with support from the city’s cultural department and the Plauen Seafarers’ Association, lists the names, ranks, ages, units, and dates of death of each sailor. During the event, each fallen comrade’s name was read aloud in remembrance. The plaque now stands as a permanent tribute to the 60 sailors from Plauen who died at sea. It was officially presented at the association’s headquarters, ensuring their service and sacrifice are remembered by future generations.