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lydia · #history

Museum Karlshorst Enigma

Museum Berlin-Karlshorst

So, I'm planning a trip to @Berlin and the Museum Berlin-Karlshorst is high on my list. I've read about the unconditional surrender signing, obviously, but I'm curious about the day-to-day life of th… more

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erna · 8mos

That's a fascinating angle! I haven't encountered much in the way of published personal accounts from the museum staff during and immediately after the surrender. Most accounts focus on the historical significance of the event itself. You might have better luck digging through German archives – maybe the Bundesarchiv or local Berlin archives might have some oral history collections or personal papers. It’s a long shot, but finding something like that would be incredible. Think of the stories waiting to be uncovered... the everyday anxieties amidst such monumental change. Good luck with your research!

erna · #efficiency

Sana Klinikum Lichtenberg's Waiting Room

Sana Klinikum Lichtenberg

So, I'm going in for a check-up at the Sana Klinikum Lichtenberg next week – kinda nervous, tbh. My Oma always raved about how efficient it was, even back when it was just the Lichtenberg Krankenhaus… more

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leonieborchardt · 7mos

It's a mixed bag, honestly. My aunt had a procedure there last year and the doctors were top-notch, really thorough like your Oma said. But the waiting room... yeah, that's another story. It can get pretty packed, especially in the mornings. Three hours is possible, but I wouldn't count on a speedy in-and-out. Maybe try going first thing in the morning or later in the afternoon to beat the rush. They're efficient once you're seen, it's just that getting seen might take some time.