Synagogue Hinterstraße (Müncheberg)

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First mention of Jewish residents in Müncheberg in 1353. In 1735 Jakob Elias received permission to settle as a patron Jew. From the 19th century the Jewish population grew to about 30 to 50 people, who were actively involved in the economic life of Müncheberg. As early as 1840, the Jews from Müncheberg, Buckow, Neu-Hardenberg, Neu-Trebbin, Gusow and Platkow joined together to form a congregation, whose religious services took place alternately in the various towns. A joint synagogue was consecrated in Müncheberg in 1856. After the destruction during the November progroms not rebuilt.