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Grave of Ernst Köhler, the Sandman from Bohemia

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Markneukirchen

Grave of Ernst Köhler, the Sandman from Bohemia

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Grave of Ernst Köhler, the Sandman from Bohemia

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  • Location: Markneukirchen, Vogtlandkreis, Vogtland, Saxony, Germany

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    September 29, 2019

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    A little off the beaten path, you will find the grave of the so-called "Sandman" Ernst Köhler. He was mentally disabled and, after being teased and made drunk during a visit to a pub in Wernitzgrün, hanged himself here in the forest. The next day, he was found by a passer-by and buried on site.

    At this spot, you will find the grave and an information board describing the life and death of the Sandman.
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    Here you hold still for a moment and think about humanity.
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    June 14, 2023

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    Extremely sad story, worth a visit. You have to take your time to read the story, it takes about 5 minutes, but like I said, really bad stuff.
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    Location: Markneukirchen, Vogtlandkreis, Vogtland, Saxony, Germany

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