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202395 minPGdocumentary

8.0/ 10(1 rating)• TMDB

Historical Events Architecture

Braunau

202395 minPGdocumentary

8.0/ 10(1 rating)• TMDB

A police station is being built at the site of Adolf Hitler's birthplace in Braunau, Austria, sparking local controversy and debate.

Historical Events Architecture

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Günter Schwaiger

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A police station is being built at the site of Adolf Hitler's birthplace in Braunau, Austria, sparking local controversy and debate.

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Braunau, Austria, is the site of Adolf Hitler's birthplace, now being converted into a police station. This change has sparked local debate and controversy. The film features interviews with community members discussing their efforts to address the town's National Socialist history. On-site footage captures the transformation of a location that represents a troubling past. The documentary reflects the challenges faced by Braunau as it seeks to reconcile its historical identity with modern values.

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