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FRIEDLAND BELL
Symbol of freedom:
The Friedland Bell
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Grounded
Grounded
When the Friedland Bell was consecrated on the first Advent in 1949, no one knew that it would go on a big tour. It was installed at ground level on a bell chair next to the Protestant camp chapel, because its wooden structure was not designed for the load of a church tower. The bell was rung not only for services. It also announced the numerous transports of released prisoners of war as well as the arrival of resettlers from the former German eastern territories, which were then expected in the camp Friedland. Because the Friedland Bell was perceived as a symbol of freedom, the Association of returnees (VDH) loaned it several times in the 1950s:
On tour
On a lorry it was transported to major events in many German cities in order to draw attention to the fates of returnees and to raise funds for their care. In 1964, the bell travelled one last time. The VDH presented it on its "Borderland Tour" across the Federal Republic to raise funds for the erection of a returnee memorial in Friedland.
Full of Sound
The ringing of the Friedland Bell became known far beyond German borders: for several years, it was heard on the German radio stations throughout Europe on New Year's Eve. Its sound was meant to convey hope for a peaceful new year to the european neighbours. Outside Germany, the Friedland Bell became a symbol of peace and freedom, to which staff of the Inner Mission in Friedland dedicated their own song.
In transformation
Over the years, the appearance of the bell has also changed: To raise its position, the wooden belfry was placed on a solid stone base in 1953. In 1954 and 1956, the distinctive yellow illuminated cross on a globe and an electronic ringing system were added. Since 1970, the Friedland bell has hung in a steel framework and is a point of attraction for guests of the institution and the museum. To this day, it is rung for services in the Protestant chapel or on special occasions in the border transit camp.
Grounded
When the Friedland Bell was consecrated on the first Advent in 1949, no one knew that it would go on a big tour. It was installed at ground level on a bell chair next to the Protestant camp chapel, because its wooden structure was not designed for the load of a church tower. The bell was rung not only for services. It also announced the numerous transports of released prisoners of war as well as the arrival of resettlers from the former German eastern territories, which were then expected in the camp Friedland. Because the Friedland Bell was perceived as a symbol of freedom, the Association of returnees (VDH) loaned it several times in the 1950s:
On tour
On a lorry it was transported to major events in many German cities in order to draw attention to the fates of returnees and to raise funds for their care. In 1964, the bell travelled one last time. The VDH presented it on its "Borderland Tour" across the Federal Republic to raise funds for the erection of a returnee memorial in Friedland.
Full of Sound
The ringing of the Friedland Bell became known far beyond German borders: for several years, it was heard on the German radio stations throughout Europe on New Year's Eve. Its sound was meant to convey hope for a peaceful new year to the european neighbours. Outside Germany, the Friedland Bell became a symbol of peace and freedom, to which staff of the Inner Mission in Friedland dedicated their own song.
In transformation
Over the years, the appearance of the bell has also changed: in order to raise its position, the wooden bell chair was placed on a solid stone base in 1953. In 1954 and 56, the distinctive yellow light cross on a globe and an electronic ringing system were added. Since 1970, the Friedland Bell has hung in a steel frame and is a point of attraction for guests of the facility. To this day, it is rung to the services of the Protestant chapel or on special occasions in the border transit camp.
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