Synopsis
A 4-mile-long building on Germany’s Baltic Sea was intended to house 20,000 vacationing workers under the Nazi regime but was never completed.
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Synopsis
Prora, a colossal unfinished resort on Germany’s Baltic Sea, was intended to accommodate 20,000 working-class Germans during the Nazi regime. Construction began in 1936, aiming to promote leisure and strengthen ties between the workers and the Nazi party. After the war, the Socialist East German government repurposed the site in the 1950s for military training and labor housing. Today, the massive structure faces redevelopment into apartments, hotels, and a youth hostel, reflecting its complex history intertwined with political ideologies.
Deep Dive
Why Watch
- See the massive scale of the Prora resort project.
- Find out how Prora was used by different regimes.
- Meet the architects behind the redevelopment plans.
Did You Know
- Prora is a 4-mile-long building constructed to house 20,000 people.
- Construction of Prora began in 1936 and was never completed by the Nazis.
- The East German government continued construction in the 1950s for military use.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What was the purpose of the Nazi resort of Prora?
Prora was built to house 20,000 vacationing working-class Germans and was used in propaganda to promote leisure time for the masses.
When did construction of Prora begin?
Construction of Prora began in 1936.
What happened to Prora after the Nazis left the site unfinished?
The Socialist East German government continued construction in the 1950s, using it for military training and housing for conscientious objectors.
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