The Resistance memorial in Baflo, situated in the Hogeland municipality, stands as a tribute to the memory of nine local residents who made the ultimate sacrifice during the Second World War while actively resisting the occupying forces.
These nine individuals, whose names are forever etched in history, are:
- H. Bouwsema
- L. Broeils
- J.P. Gootjes
- P. Gootjes
- P.J. Graver
- K. Stavenga
- M. Tillema
- J. Vos
- L. Vries
The inscription on the pedestal reads:
'1940 – 1945
L. BROEILS
P. GOOTJES
J.P. GOOTJES
K. STAVENGA
M. TILLEMA.'
The inscription on the plaque reads:
'1940 – 1945
J. VOS
P.J. GRAVER
H. BOUWSEMA
L. VRIES.'
The monument is located in the cemetery of the N.H. church on Kostergang in Baflo.
Note: The plaque was later added to the monument as an amendment.
