Memorial plaque erected on the site of the former Great Choral Synagogue; Brest, 1851-1939

Construction of the synagogue began in 1851 and was completed in 1862. It was built with money from the town's Jewish community. In 1895 the building was badly damaged by a fire, but the synagogue was rebuilt in 1896. The synagogue existed in this appearance until 1939.During the war, the Nazis used the synagogue as a storehouse for goods and furniture stolen from Jews. After the town was liberate…