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    June 5, 2023

    Against the backdrop of the Bismarck cult, around 500 Bismarck monuments were erected in the German Empire in the form of towers, statues, busts, and columns to commemorate former Chancellor Otto von Bismarck (1815-1898), as is the case here in Zweibrücken. This statue was unveiled here on Herzogplatz in 1896. Back then, he was a hero; today, like so many others, he is unfortunately viewed more critically. His contributions to Germany, however, remain undisputed. This bronze statue by Wilhelm Albermann from Cologne commemorates him so that his significant work and influence are not forgotten.

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      May 12, 2024

      The sculpture depicts Otto von Bismarck in a dignified pose, dressed in the traditional clothing of his time. With a serious expression and a powerful appearance, the statue embodies the strength and determination of this important political leader of the 19th century.

      The decision to erect a monument to Bismarck in Zweibrücken reflects the esteem he enjoyed in this region as well. Bismarck was a central figure in German history, known for his role in the unification of Germany in 1871 and for his political strategies that have shaped modern Germany.

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        Location: Palatinate, Rhineland-Palatinate, Germany

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