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Creation Date
12-24-1915
Description
This program marked the official opening of the YMCA hall in the Ruhleben prison camp on 24 December 1915. The Association dedicated the new facility at a particularly depressing time of the year for interned civilians. They were far from their families during the Yuletide season and the YMCA sought to inject some holiday spirit into their weary lives. The program featured a divine service and music to celebrate the holiday.
Keywords
Germany, Ruhleben, Religion, Christmas, YMCA, Music, Religious Service, World War 1914-1918