of this opportunity to enrich their collections. Many of them are now part of the exceptional collection of old scientific instruments that the LGL is proud to put on display. In 1940, as part of the policy of "germanization" of the country, the Nazi occupier began to dismantle the Industrial and Commercial School and replace it with a "Gymnasium"-type high school. Thus, two institutions were set up within the same building: the "Staatliche Limpertsberg-Oberschule für Jungen" and the "Goethe-Schule", a German-type school in its organization and in terms of the subjects taught. At the high school, a climate of terror was created among the students and teachers. Teachers were obliged to participate in compulsory indoctrination courses in Germany and students were encouraged to enroll in the "Hitlerjugend", otherwise they would be expelled. Recalcitrant teachers were dismissed and replaced. From September 1942 onwards, many pupils were forcibly enlisted to wear the abhorred Wehrmacht uniform. Most of them found themselves on the Russian front. Some would never see their country again. The Industrial and Commercial School thus paid a heavy price during the Second World War. From 1945 on the LGL, in addition to the traditional sections, has been housing gymnasium classes identical to those of the Athénée. The school, renamed "Lycée de Garçons de Luxembourg", now provides secondary education leading to a diploma that opens its baccalaureates the doors to any university worldwide. By the law of May 10, 1968 introducing coeducation in the Grand Duchy, the LGL ceased to be a high school for boys only but still preserves the name. In over 125 years, the Lycée de Garçons de Luxembourg has spanned three centuries and two world wars, it has hosted middle school, technical and commercial education, classical education and university courses. It was created to meet the challenges of industrialization and the expansion of a fledgling Luxembourg and most certainly is and will be able to adapt its profile to the demands of 21st century society. Notable alumni Jules Hoffmann, biologist, Nobel Prize 2011 Vicky Krieps, actress Footnotes External links Lycée de garçons de Luxembourg official website Lycées in Luxembourg City Educational institutions established in 1892 Boys' schools in Luxembourg Educational institutions in Luxembourg 1892 establishments in Luxembourg