Hiroshima Higashi Social Insurance Office

What sacrifices did the brave souls etched into the TO FIGHTERS FALLEN IN THE FIGHT AGAINST FASCISM endure? This monument, a testament to their courage and sacrifice, stands as a solemn guardian of their memory. The TO FIGHTERS FALLEN IN THE FIGHT AGAINST FASCISM memorializes those who fought against the oppressive rule of the Independent State of Croatia (NDH), a puppet state of Nazi Germany during World War II. The inscription on the monument, “TO FIGHTERS FALLEN IN THE FIGHT AGAINST FASCISM 1941-1945,” serves as a stark reminder of the tumultuous years during which this city, like much of Europe, was gripped by the horrors of war. The NDH, led by the fascist Ustaše regime, unleashed a reign of terror, targeting Serbs, Jews, and Roma in a brutal campaign of genocide. Dubrovnik, under their control, witnessed firsthand the darkness that descended upon this region. The TO FIGHTERS FALLEN IN THE FIGHT AGAINST FASCISM commemorates those who rose up against this tyranny. Those who joined the Partisan resistance movement, a diverse group of individuals united by their desire for a free and just society. Many paid the ultimate price for their bravery. Their names etched into this monument are a poignant reminder of their unwavering dedication to the fight against fascism. The TO FIGHTERS FALLEN IN THE FIGHT AGAINST FASCISM stands not only as a memorial to the past but also as a powerful symbol of resilience and the triumph of the human spirit in the face of adversity. A beacon of hope, reminding us of the importance of vigilance against any form of oppression. Let us honor their memory by striving for a world where such atrocities are never repeated.