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ROBBERY TARGETS THIRD REICH MATERIAL
A burglary at the Deutsches Museum Nordschleswig in Sønderborg, Denmark, occurred during the night of November 3, 2020. Police have carried out trace protection on the ground.
The perpetrators are targeting objects that illuminate the minority’s National Socialist past. It’s all about different uniforms. The uniforms are coveted and valuable trophies in collectors circles, which could be a possible motive for breaking in. Of the many pieces stolen, the SS uniform is estimated to be worth 200,000 Danish kroner (about $31,400), according to Monopol.
Museum manager Hauke Grella will consult with experts promptly about an additional security of the museum and the exhibition items. The museum remains open.
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