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Rügen, known for its beautiful sandy beaches and scenic landscapes, became a fashionable holiday destination in the 19th century. However, it was during the rise of the Nazi Party that the island’s character dramatically transformed when “Strength Through Joy” (KdF) was established as a travel agency meant to provide package holidays laced with political indoctrination. In 1935, the KdF's chief, Robert Ley, commissioned the construction of Prora—an enormous resort complex intended to accommodate 20,000 holidaymakers.