Feldherrnhalle Munich 1945 6

Description

Feldherrnhalle Munich 1945 6 The Munich old town was heavily destroyed in 1945, as the city was severely hit by 74 Allied air raids during World War II. Especially in the years 1944 and 1945, there were massive bombings that turned large parts of the historic old town into rubble.
Extent of the Destruction
 Over 50% of the entire city was destroyed, with the rate being even higher in the city center.
 The old town was affected by about 90%, including many significant historical buildings, churches, and squares.
 By the end of the war in 1945, Munich was a landscape of ruins, but many buildings were later rebuilt.
Important Damaged or Destroyed Monuments
Churches
 Frauenkirche (Munich Cathedral): Roof structure burned, towers remained intact.
 Theatinerkirche: Dome and facade heavily damaged.
 Peterskirche (Munich’s oldest church): Severely hit, tower damaged.
 Asamkirche: Interior damaged, but not completely destroyed.
Castles & Residences
 Munich Residence: Almost completely burned out, only parts of the outer walls were still standing. Particularly affected were the Alte Residenz, the Treasure Chamber, and the Court Chapel.
 Nymphenburg Palace: Less damaged than other buildings, but some areas affected.
Town Halls & Squares
 Old Town Hall: Severe damage, tower remained intact.
 New Town Hall at Marienplatz: Parts of the building damaged but not completely destroyed.
 Marienplatz: Many surrounding buildings damaged or destroyed.
 Viktualienmarkt: Large parts destroyed, later rebuilt.
Other Significant Buildings
 Feldherrnhalle: Facade damaged, but remained intact.
 National Theater: Almost completely destroyed.
 Bavarian State Library: Large parts burned, huge loss of historical documents.
The Munich old town was one of the most heavily destroyed city centers in Germany. However, through reconstruction after 1945 – often with reconstructions of historical buildings – the original character of the city was partially preserved, even though modern elements were incorporated.