Ninth Fort facts for kids

Reconstructed Ninth Fort

The Ninth Fort (Lithuanian: Devintas Fortas) is a stronghold in the northern part of Šilainiai elderate, Kaunas, Lithuania. It is a part of the Kaunas Fortress, which was constructed in the late 19th century.

During the occupation of Kaunas and the rest of Lithuania by the Soviet Union, the fort was used as a prison and way-station for prisoners being transported to labour camps.

After the occupation of Lithuania by Nazi Germany, the fort was used as a place of execution for Jews, captured Soviets, and others.

Images for kids

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  Observation post.

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  Prison cell.

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  Through this door, 62 prisoners escaped on 25 December 1943.

See also

In Spanish: Fuerte Noveno para niños