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Google Maps renames rural road as "Hitlerstraße".

On Friday, Michael Messerschmidt (46), a resident of Schmalkalden, Thuringia, attempted to map out a route using Google Maps as he frequently does. However, what he encountered left him in disbelief: the name "Hitlerstrasse" appeared on a section of the country road.

SymClub
May 25, 2024
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Einem Thüringer fiel am Freitag ein unmöglicher Straßenname in seinem Ort auf
Einem Thüringer fiel am Freitag ein unmöglicher Straßenname in seinem Ort auf

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Thuringia Collapse - Google Maps renames rural road as "Hitlerstraße".

This text revolves around a 160-meter long stretch of the L 1026 road located between a roundabout and the Schmalkaldetal Bridge in Niederschmalkalden district.

The mysterious "tyrant" label on Google Maps has confounded many. Google fails to provide any information on how long this moniker has been present. They're thankful for the heads-up about the issue.

A peek into Google's map-making process:

Google acquires its map data from different sources. It encompasses commercial providers, open-source materials, and at times, collaborations with local administrations.

Das Bildschirmfoto, aufgenommen am Freitag, den 24. Mai 2024 um 7.28 Uhr, zeigt deutlich: Die parallel zum Flüsschen Schmalkalde verlaufende Landstraße trägt den Namen des Despoten Adolf Hitler

However, Google also employs fake addresses known as "trap streets." These are non-existent streets with fictitious names, misleading map service providers that use Google Maps. Google employs this strategy to safeguard its copyrights.

Was it just a feeble attempt at humor?

Changing and removing street names is effortless for individual users. A seemingly harmless modification can quickly transform into an offensive remark.

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