NYDN: The tiny statue meant for beautifying lawns is offending many and breaking German law by giving the straight-armed Hitler salute, the Daily Mail reports.
The Nazi salute is illegal in Germany and those who break the law can face up to three years in prison.
Seven hundred of the gnomes were created by German artist Ottmar Hoerl and have been displayed in Belguim and Italy, without controversy.
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