Petition for the reopening of the Airlift Memorial in Frankfurt am Main

Dear friends and supporters of the airlift,

We are turning to you today with an urgent request: Help us to make the Airlift Memorial in Frankfurt am Main accessible to the public again.

The Airlift Memorial is an important symbol of German-American friendship and commemorates the Berlin Airlift - one of the greatest humanitarian achievements of the post-war period. The Berlin Airlift was an international rescue operation in which the USA and its allies, including seven countries, helped to save the people of West Berlin from starvation. The "Candy Bombers" who dropped candy to the children of Berlin are an unforgettable symbol of this time.

Current situation:

Unfortunately, the Airlift Memorial is currently closed. The reason for this is a tiny technical problem: a part of a C-54 aircraft that has fallen down. Although a solution is simple and can be implemented quickly, the memorial remains inexplicably inaccessible. The association that looks after the memorial on a public contract and with great technical expertise is ready to carry out the necessary repairs immediately. From the point of view of experts, there is no general danger of falling aircraft parts.

Our requirement:

We demand the immediate reopening of the Airlift Memorial. This memorial is a listed building and its accessibility is of great importance. It is not only a place of remembrance, but also a living testimony of history that symbolizes cooperation and peace between nations.

What can you do?

Support our petition to reopen the Airlift Memorial! Your signature can help ensure that this important historical site becomes accessible to everyone again as quickly as possible.

  • Share and spread the word: Help us spread this message. Tell your friends and acquaintances about our petition and share the link on your social media platforms.

Together we can ensure that the Airlift Memorial can once again take its place as a place of remembrance and learning.

Thank you for your support!

The Board
Frankfurt-Berlin Airlift 1948-1949 eV

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