|
|
||
|
||
|
||
|
||
| Home About Contact | ||
|
Commemoration of the US Army Bombing of the Village of Rehmsdorf 80 Years AgoOn January 16, 2025, the local historian of the village of Rehmsdorf invited to a memorial event commemorating the US Army bombing of the village 80 years ago, featuring tea, music, and memories shared by some still-living eyewitnesses. About 60 guests accepted this invitation, and after a musical welcome by three children from Rehmsdorf who created a successful start with their guitars, there were some interesting contributions from the local historian Yvette Meinhardt and farmer Konrad Burgold as a living eyewitness. His childhood memories deeply moved those present, but other residents also spoke. The engaging afternoon ended after 7 pm, though it could have lasted longer due to the great interest in the memories of this event. There will definitely be more opportunities to engage individually with this topic in the village’s local history room and the memorial site at the community center, or to attend further events, perhaps also organized by the Rehmsdorf heritage association. Especially in the current situation, it is important that the memories of the horrors of World War II do not fade away. Perhaps I will be able to meet representatives of the heritage association, the mayor, and someone from the memorial site again in person. It is necessary that we do not become warlike again, but capable of peace. We humans need peace so that our families have a secure future. With equal cooperation and mutual respect among peoples, a shared future for all in peace is possible! Thank you to the local historian of my old home village for this interesting memorial event! Comment from a resident of Rehmsdorf’s district Krimmitschen, whose neighboring families experienced the US Army bombings there on January 16, 1945. She participated in the memorial event in Rehmsdorf on 1/16/25 and wrote this comment: On January 16, 2025, as part of the 3rd Tea Hour in Rehmsdorf, a well-attended historical evening took place. The topic was: “80th Anniversary of the Bombing of Rehmsdorf and Surroundings.” More than 60 citizens, including residents of Rehmsdorf, Tröglitz, and guests from other communities in the Elsteraue region, followed the invitation from local historian and journalist Ms. Yvette Meinhardt. She moderated the event, which was interesting not only for older attendees but also many young people. The topic was requested by the residents of Rehmsdorf. The event was musically opened by the guitar trio from the music school “Klangkiste.” The young musicians celebrated their premiere before showcasing their skills at “Jugend musiziert” on 1/18/2025. Especially impressive was the report by Mr. Burgold, who witnessed the attack as an eight-year-old boy. His storytelling captivated the listeners, and the room fell silent when he described the harrowing experiences during the bombing. 80 years earlier, on January 16, 1945, 320 bombs fell between Rehmsdorf and Krimmitzschen. At that time, 17 buildings were destroyed in Rehmsdorf, including Mr. Burgold’s parents’ house. He recalled how bitter the winter was, with temperatures down to minus 16 degrees, and how he, along with his mother and siblings, found shelter with a family named Elm after the destruction. Another vivid detail in the story was the wailing of the sirens, which many eyewitnesses still have in their ears today. As soon as the noise was heard, everyone had to flee to the bunkers, such as the bunker now located in the BRABAG settlement. Ms. Meinhardt also repeatedly read out reports from other eyewitnesses. Mr. Czossek had documented the events extensively, enabling today’s generation to look back at the occurrences and keep the memories of this dark time alive. On the night of January 16 to 17, 1945 alone, there were 24 deaths, and 88 families lost their homes in Rehmsdorf, Rumsdorf, Sprossen, and Krimmitzschen. The topic of the lecture remains relevant as war and displacement continue in Europe and the world. The participants showed great interest and reflected on the consequences of wars, which still bring much suffering to people in the 21st century. Author: AI-Translation - Arnd Eiert | 19.01.2025 |
|
| Other articles: |
 | There is no man-made climate change - They prove it every dayDo you also know these climate change hysterics who never tire of parroting the propaganda about man-made climate change? Yet, the beloved leaders of many prove every day that man-... zum Artikel |
 | Vigil for the Many Victims of Foreign Guests and Peace on 17.02.2025 in TheißenOn yesterday, Monday, February 17, 2025, the peace activists “Rebellion Zeitz” together with activists from Gera, Altenburg, and the surrounding area held a vigil – in memory... zum Artikel |
 | No Shooting in the Zeitz Forest - Easter Walk Against the Construction of a Blasting FacilityThe citizens' initiative "No Shooting in the Zeitz Forest" invites you to an Easter walk to protest against the construction of a blasting facility in the Zeitz Forest. Meeting poi... zum Artikel |
|
Support the operation of this website with voluntary contributions: via PayPal: https://www.paypal.me/evovi/12 or via bank transfer IBAN: IE55SUMU99036510275719 BIC: SUMUIE22XXX Account holder: Michael Thurm Shorts / Reels / Kurz-Clips Imprint / Disclaimer |