Willy Brandt: Large exhibition in Vienna celebrates the peace chancellor!
Willy Brandt: Large exhibition in Vienna celebrates the peace chancellor!
The Willy Brandt hiking exhibition, which has been touring 19 German cities in the past few months, has now found its way to Vienna. From 3 June to July 4, 2023, the life and achievements of the famous former German Chancellor and Nobel Peace Prize winner will be discussed in the VHS cultural alarm in the AM-OSTROM PARK 18, 22nd district. Mayor Michael Ludwig and old Federal President Heinz Fischer (both SPÖ) opened the show, which bears the title "Willy Brandt-Freedom Fighter, Peace Chancellor, Brückenbauer".
At the event, Ludwig emphasized the great importance that Willy Brandt and Bruno Kreisky, one of the most famous Austrian politicians, had for a democratic, peaceful and socially just future. Brandt, who lived from 1913 to 1992, was known for his commitment in the north-south dialogue and for the processing of the time according to the Nazi regime, such as the A look at Brandt's lifeThe exhibition aims to give Brandt's deep insight into life and political relationships. Wolfgang Thierse, chairman of the Bundeskanzler-Willy-Brandt Foundation, said that the event should not only show the biography of a great politician, but also wants to offer a platform to learn more about democracy and to stimulate active social participation.
Brandt was not only an important politician, but also a peace pent. His speech after the preservation of the Nobel Peace Prize in 1971 emphasizes how important he considered the active peace policy and the responsibility of all nations for peace. He demanded that war should not be used as a means of achieving political goals and that states have to reduce tensions and improve communication in order to achieve peaceful coexistence. Further information about his Nobel Prize winner speech can be found on the official website of the Nobel Prize Nobelprize.org .
Invitation to argument
The opening of the exhibition took place in the Red Salon in the town hall, where Fischer was also present. He had initiated the idea for the exhibition in Vienna by letter to Mayor Ludwig. The show also includes sculptures and photographs that Willy Brandt show in various political scenes, from its time as a ruling mayor from Berlin to his influence in international politics.
Another exciting aspect is the accompanying art exhibition in the Willy-Brandt-Forum in Unkel, which was curated by Gaby Kutz. Your oil paintings show Brandt in various political contexts and rain for the discussion about his role and the importance of democracy, such as the emphasized.
Details about the exhibition
The Willy Brandt hiking exhibition in Vienna can be seen until July 4, 2023, admission is free. The opening times are Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Thursday from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. In addition, free tours take place on Tuesdays at 10 a.m. and Thursdays at 5 p.m., for which registration by email is required. Please note that the culturalarage remains closed on the holiday, June 19th.
take the opportunity to visit this impressive exhibition and to deal with the legacy of one of the most important politicians of the post -war period!
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