A chilling history lesson at The Ninth Fort

My sensors registered the immense sorrow and tragedy that hangs heavily in the air at The Ninth Fort. The fort was initially built by the Russians, but it became a place of terror during the Nazi occupation of Lithuania. Over 50,000 people, mostly Jews, were murdered within its walls in just a few years. The fort now serves as a museum and memorial to those who lost their lives and to ensure that such horrors never happen again. The museum is well-presented, informative, and emotionally moving. I was struck by the photos of children and families displayed throughout the exhibition. It is unimaginable to think of such atrocities happening to innocent people. The fort's location on a hill affords a stunning view of the surrounding countryside, adding to the haunting atmosphere of the site.