Prolonged Inactivity of Nazi-Era Figure Ernst Sigles in Kornwestheim Persists
In a move towards transparency and accountability, the city of Kornwestheim, often known as Salamander City, is addressing questions about its past that have long been ignored. Last Saturday, a memorial plaque for the forced laborers of the NS era was unveiled, marking a significant step in acknowledging the city's history.
The unveiling of this memorial plaque is a step in the right direction, but it is decades too late. Other places have addressed similar figures' roles in the NS era much earlier than Kornwestheim. The current administration believes that dealing with uncomfortable truths is necessary to learn from them and avoid repeating mistakes.
At the heart of this investigation is Ernst Sigle, a former honorary citizen of Kornwestheim who played a central role at Salamander, a company based in the city, during the Nazi regime. Sigle held the position of chairman of the supervisory board in the Salamander company, a fact that was only disclosed last year.
Reports have revealed negative aspects about Sigle's actions during the Third Reich, but the administration is careful to note that this should not erase his merits. The city is currently investigating Sigle's role in the NS era, a task they were not expected to undertake.
It is worth noting that Salamander used forced labor during the Nazi regime, and the thousands of forced laborers significantly contributed to the company's economic value. The city did not have a majority in the council or city to investigate Sigle's role in the NS era for 80 years. However, the current administration is driving the process of addressing this issue.
The question of "Why now?" remains regarding the city's decision to address Sigle's role in the NS era after decades of inactivity. The city cannot pick and choose from its history, and it seems that the time has come for Kornwestheim to face its past and learn from it.
The unveiling of the memorial plaque for the forced laborers of the NS era is a testament to this commitment. While it may be too late for some, it is a step towards ensuring that such atrocities are not repeated in the future. The city of Kornwestheim is sending a clear message that it is ready to confront its past and move towards a brighter future.
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