Wittenberge: These three personalities shaped our city!
Wittenberge: These three personalities shaped our city!
Wittenberge, Deutschland - Wittenberge, the charming city on the western edge of Brandenburg, is not only known for its railway history, but has also produced significant personalities. These people have shaped life in the region and shine beyond the limits of the city.
One of the most outstanding figures is Stefanie Thurmann . Born in Perleberger, she discovered her passion for sports shooting at the age of only 13 at the Wittenberger Schützengilde 1582 e.V. after graduating from high school at the Marie-Curie-Gymnasium in Wittenberge in 2001, she took part in the 2008 Olympics in Beijing. Your path shows what is possible with good hands and the right support from a regional association. Many young athletes encourage their successes: to pursue their own passion.
Friedrich Franz Albert Mehmel , born in 1828, shaped the city far -reaching due to its architectural achievements. As the royal building inspector, he designed the historic town hall of Wittenberge and several school buildings. His style, which linked functionality with representative design, symbolizes the economic upswing of the time. The constructions of the Mehmel still stand for the cultural heritage of the city and shape the cityscape sustainably.
The comedian duo HERICHT & PREIL
also remains an Hans-Joachim Preil . The artist, who grew up in Wittenberge, became known for the famous GDR comic duo "HERICHT & PREIL". With his partner Rolf Herricht he appeared for almost three decades and conjured up a smile in the face of the people in eastern Germany. Her sketches, which were often based on misunderstandings, are still present in many minds and hearts. The popularity of the duo is also evident in a survey by Mitteldeutscher Rundfunk, where they were voted the most popular comedians. Many of their appearances are still available today, be it on LPS, CDs or DVDs, and their jokes have become proverbial.
The combination of satire and wit that the duo presented made social absurdities visible and made the viewer think about life in a humorous way. The roots of Preil, which are deeply anchored in Wittenberge, remain noticeable even after moving to Berlin. A plaque in the city is reminiscent of him and his work.
Stadtmuseum Alte Burg as memory of the region
For all those who want to learn more about the rich history of Wittenberg, the city museum "Alte Burg" offers an excellent point of contact. Since 1980 the museum has continuously improved its offer and has presented both permanent and special exhibitions. It is accessible and has a small café that invites you to visit. The collection includes numerous objects from the industrial and GDR period as well as a remarkable selection of sewing machines from the works of Singer and Veritas.
The museum not only acts as a retention of history, but also offers research opportunities through its connected city archive. Over 5000 titles are available in the library here, and those interested give a deep insight into the local history. The committed employees are also open to donations of objects that have a reference to city history - but unnecessary mass products are not accepted.
With a colorful mix of history, culture and personalities, Wittenberge shows that the charm of this city is deeply anchored in its roots. Whether as a place of memory or as a starting point for the dreams of young athletes, Wittenberge remains a lively chapter in the history of Brandenburg.
Für historische Daten und weitere Informationen über die Stadtgeschichte stehen das Stadtmuseum und die Stadtarchiv Wittenberge als kompetente Ansprechpartner zur Verfügung. You can find contact information on the [website of the city of Wittenberge] (https://www.wittenberge.de/ page/636430/geschichte-forschungtammlung.html).
Visit Wittenberge and experience the uniqueness of this city itself!
Further information about the creative power of Hans-Joachim Preil can be found in the extensive Wikipedia page of HERICHT & PREIL.
Special thanks go to the research of the Nordkurier, which gave us this insight into the personalities and the history of Wittenberg.
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