FDJ demonstration in Greifswald: A look back into the past

FDJ demonstration in Greifswald: A look back into the past

In the Vorpommers University City of Greifswald, the residents experienced a journey through time into the past on Friday when around 30 young participants in the Free German Youth (FDJ) marched through the city center. This demonstration put many in a nostalgic mood and had memories of the times of socialist protests be awakened.

Provocative Slogans and a clear message

With transparent and combative speech choirs, the demonstrators chanted statements that reminded of the political struggles of past decades. The inscription was emblazoned on a banner: "Never again fascism! Never again war! The Bundeswehr does not stop in front of Stalingrad!". These provocative messages aim to draw the public aware of the current social grievances in their opinion.

An expression of youthful engagements

The rally was part of a FDJ summer camp on the Baltic Sea, in which the participants also visited the core fusion research facility in Greifswald. According to Patrick Kundmüller, one of the organizers, the movement refers to the tradition of the FDJ, which was founded in 1936, to fight against Hitler fascism. This historical link illustrates that the commitment of young people is not based exclusively on the current political climate, but also has deeper roots.

A rally with socialist objections

The demonstration train referred to central concerns with its slogans, which are important to the participants. Slogans like "The FRG is not our state, everyone does the proletariat!" And "strike at school, strike in the factory: that is our answer to war policy!" show that the demonstrators clearly position themselves on the role of the Bundeswehr and the compulsory military service. This not only reflects its rejection of current military engagements, but also a deeper political conviction that is anchored in its culture of discussion.

The social context and the relevance

This type of demonstrations emphasizes the political commitment of young people who deal with a variety of social and political issues. At a time when many young citizens feel that their voice is not sufficiently taken into account in political processes, this type of protest could serve as a wake -up call. With the traditional symbols of the FDJ and the associated messages, they show that they are ready to campaign for their point of view.

Overall, this rally not only illustrates a nostalgic return to socialist values, but also the relevance and the potential that the young generation has to react to current conflicts and challenges. The tangible presence of FDJ supporters in today's Greifswald may be a sign of exciting, albeit controversial political resuscitation.

- Nag