The Greek Ministry of Culture has unveiled a striking photograph depicting the execution of 200 Greek patriots in Kaisariani on May 1, 1944. This revelation came during a press conference where approximately 25 out of the 262 photographs in the Hermann Hoyer collection were presented. This collection has been designated a monument and has been officially transferred to the Greek state. It encapsulates a painful chapter in Greek history, shedding light on the brutal realities faced by those who resisted occupation during World War II.

The collection includes a total of 12 photographs documenting the executions carried out by the Nazi regime, taken by Hermann Hoyer, a Wehrmacht lieutenant stationed at the Malakasa camp in 1943-44. These images represent a significant historical record of the tragic events that unfolded when the Greek prisoners were relocated from Χαϊδάρι (Haidaíri) camp to the Kaisariani shooting range. The Ministry of Culture decided to withhold the remaining two photographs from public view, citing ethical concerns and respect for the memory of the deceased.

This release not only highlights the importance of remembering the past atrocities committed during the occupation but also emphasizes the ongoing efforts by the Greek government to honor and preserve the legacy of those who lost their lives for their patriotism and resistance. The release of these images serves as a stark reminder of the sacrifices made and aims to keep the collective memory of these events alive in contemporary society.