Who was in Spandau prison?

Who was in Spandau prison?

Spandau Prison was built in 1876 on Wilhelmstraße. It initially served as a military detention center of the Prussian Army. From 1919 it was also used for civilian inmates. It held up to 600 inmates at that time….History.

Is there a place in Germany called Spandau?

Spandau, area of Berlin, Germany. It lies on the Havel River at the mouth of the Spree. Originally the site of a Sorbian (Wendish) fortress, Spandau became German about 1230 and was granted civic rights in 1232. It was incorporated into Berlin in 1920.

Whats the longest street in Berlin?

Kurfürstendamm

• The Kurfürstendamm (German pronunciation: [ˌkuːɐ̯fʏʁstn̩ˈdam]; colloquially Ku’damm, [ˈkuːdam] (
• The avenue includes four lines of plane trees and runs for 3.5 km (2.2 mi) through the city.

Where was Rudolf Hess held prisoner?

Spandau prison
After the war, Hess was tried at the Nuremberg (Nürnberg) war crimes trials, convicted, and given a life sentence. He served his sentence at Spandau prison in Berlin, where from 1966 he was the sole inmate.

Which prison was demolished in 1987?

After 1946 the Spandau Prison, on the Wilhelmstrasse, housed Nazi war criminals sentenced by the Allies. The prison was demolished following the death of the last inmate, Rudolf Hess, in 1987.

Was Spandau in East or West Berlin?

West Berlin
The Spandau exclaves of Eiskeller, Fichtewiese and Erlengrund were an exception. Due to territorial exchanges between the Allied occupying powers and the Soviet Union, these were located on East German territory, but belonged to West Berlin.

Why is Spandau famous?

Sports. The Wasserfreunde Spandau 04 have traditionally been an immensely powerful water polo team. They have been the most successful ball sports team in Europe with 85 national and international titles.

What is Berlin known for food?

10 Traditional Berlin Dishes You Need to Try

• Currywurst. Currywurst is a matter of national pride for Berliners.
• Spätzle. Welcome vegetarians.
• Königsberger Klopse.
• Schnitzel.
• Bratwurst.
• Maultaschen.
• Bockwurst.
• Eisbein.