Rushed into the room, they violently shattered all possessions inside.
Düsseldorf Commemorates Kristallnacht Anniversary with Film Screening, Panel Discussion, and Memorial Events
In November 1938, the city of Düsseldorf, Germany, was a scene of violence and destruction as part of Kristallnacht, the "Night of Broken Glass." This state-organized anti-Jewish riot marked a major escalation in Nazi persecution, resulting in widespread death, destruction, and arrests.
Seventy-three years later, Düsseldorf is commemorating these events to honor the victims and remember the horrors of Kristallnacht. The city has developed a city-wide concept named 'Düsseldorf Remembers', involving various actions taking place until November 16th.
On November 15th, 2021, the city will screen the film 'Night and Fog' at the Filmmuseum Düsseldorf. This powerful documentary provides a stark portrayal of the Nazi concentration camps and the devastating impact of the Holocaust.
The commemorative events will begin with a candle-lighting ceremony on November 9th at the Memorial and Documentation Site. The following day, a remembrance ceremony will take place at the City Hall.
On November 10th, a commemorative march will start at the Memorial and Documentation Site and end at the City Hall. This march is part of the 'Düsseldorf Remembers' concept, which also includes a panel discussion on the impact of the November 1938 events. This discussion will take place at the City Hall on November 13th and will be streamed online.
The Memorial and Documentation Site is also hosting a virtual exhibition on the events of November 1938. This exhibition can be accessed at www.duesseldorf.de. The site is providing daily contributions with quotes from eyewitnesses, which are being shared on their Facebook page and Instagram account.
Two poster motifs are being used to draw attention to the events of the November pogrom. More information about the events can be found at www.duesseldorf.de.
Mayor Thomas Geisel has emphasized the importance of remembering the events of November 9th and 10th, 1938, stating, "We must never forget the terrible events of Kristallnacht and the suffering they caused."
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- Amidst general news, discussions about the commemoration events in Düsseldorf are revolving around war-and-conflicts and politics, as the city remembers the 73rd anniversary of Kristallnacht.
- The commemorative events, including film screenings, panel discussions, and memorial services, also address crime-and-justice concerns, highlighting the historical impact of the events and their relevance to contemporary society.
