Opened in 1936 as an Officers Mess.
16 April 1945 used as the British Headquarters for 'Belsen' Garrison.
circa 17 - 19 April 1945, a cool room in the basement is used to imprison Hauptsturmführer Josef Kramer.
04 May 1945 equipped with beds and used as a hospital
Used for various administrative purposes of the DP camp including marriages.
Navy Army and Air Force Institute (NAAFI) and YMCA open shops and facilities for the British Army.
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