Bratislava in Bratislava I, Bratislavský kraj, Slovakia — Central Europe
Memorial of the Velvet Revolution
Photographed By Andrew Ruppenstein, November 12, 2022
1. Memorial of the Velvet Revolution Marker
Na tomto mieste sme sa v novembri 1989 rozhodli vziat’zodpovednost’ za budúcnost do svojich rúk. Rozhodli sme sa skoncovat’s komunizmom a nastolit’slobodu a demokraciu.
(English translation:)
“Only those who struggle for their freedom are worthy of it.”
At this place in November 1989 we decided to take our responsibility for the future into our own hands. We decided to put an end to communism and to establish freedom and democracy."
Erected 2006.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Government & Politics. A significant historical date for this entry is November 21, 1989.
Location. 48° 8.748′ N, 17° 6.634′ E. Marker is in Bratislava, Bratislavský kraj, in Bratislava I. Marker is on Námestie SNP, on the right when traveling north. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: Námrstie SNP 7, Bratislava, Bratislavský kraj 811 06, Slovakia. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Franz Schmidt (1874 - 1939) (about 90 meters away, measured in a direct line); Jozef Murgaš (about 120 meters away); Nežná Revolúcia / Velvet Revolution (about 120 meters away); Paracelsus (about 210 meters away); Prof. Miloš Ruppeldt
this page online
More about this marker. The phrase “At this place…” refers not to that specific spot, but rather the entire Slovak National Uprising Square (SNP square; Slovak: Námestie Slovenského národného povstania, shortcut: Námestie SNP), which the memorial borders on.
Also see . . .
1. Velvet Revolution (Wikipedia).
Overview: The Velvet Revolution (Czech: Sametová revoluce) or Gentle Revolution (Slovak: Nežná revolúcia) was a non-violent transition of power in what was then Czechoslovakia, occurring from 17 November to 28 November 1989. Popular demonstrations against the one-party government of the Communist Party of Czechoslovakia included students and older dissidents. The result was the end of 41 years of one-party rule in Czechoslovakia, and the subsequent dismantling of the command economy and conversion to a parliamentary republic.(Submitted on January 8, 2023.)
2. Memorial of Public Against Violence (VPN) (Monuments of Rememrance 1918-2018)
Photographed By Andrew Ruppenstein, November 12, 2022
2. Memorial of the Velvet Revolution Marker - wide view
Excerpt: The plaque was unveiled on the 17th anniversary of the November 1989 – the mass demonstrations for the change of communist dictatorship into pluralist democracy. The memorial was suggested by the main actors of the revolution and members of Public Against Violence. It was placed on the square where the demonstrations took place and most of the crucial speechces were given. The author is unknown.(Submitted on January 8, 2023.)
3. The Velvet Revolution and Breakup of Czechoslovakia - History Matters (YouTube, 4min.). (Submitted on January 8, 2023.)
Photographed By Andrew Ruppenstein, November 12, 2022
3. Memorial of the Velvet Revolution Marker - wider view
Credits. This page was last revised on January 8, 2023. It was originally submitted on January 5, 2023, by Andrew Ruppenstein of Lamorinda, California. This page has been viewed 113 times since then and 42 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3. submitted on January 5, 2023, by Andrew Ruppenstein of Lamorinda, California.
