A moving reading about loss and memory: Reinhold Beckmann in Mannheim
A moving reading about loss and memory: Reinhold Beckmann in Mannheim
a reading for memory
On October 11, 2024, the journalist and author Reinhold Beckmann will read from his book "Aenne and her brothers. The history of my mother" in Mannheim. This event takes place in the Franciscuss Hall, Speckweg 6, Mannheim-Waldhof and starts at 8 p.m. The Volksbund Deutsche Kriegsgräberfürsorge e.V. invites you to experience an important reading that offers both memories and emotional insights.
insight into personal history
In his work, Beckmann describes the eventful life of his mother Aenne, who was completely shaped by loss as a full orphan. At the age of only five, she had lost her parents, and her four brothers fell in war. Despite these tragedies, Aenne found its way. Her story is an impressive testimony about how people deal with loss and grief, and offers valuable lessons about resilience and preserving memories.
Der Volksbund: A commitment to peace
The reading takes place in the context of the Work of the Volksbund Deutsche Wargräberfürsorge e.V., a humanitarian organization that works for the care and maintenance of war graves. These graves are not only refuge for the dead, but also memorials for peace and reconciliation. With their work they make a significant contribution to reminding the consequences of war and violence and to promote dialogue between different generations.
event details and ticket information
Interested parties can secure tickets for the reading at a price of € 28.70 (including VVK fee), whereby the places can be freely selected. In addition to the regular tickets, a dinner ticket for € 55.10 is also offered, which includes entry to the reading and a 3-course menu in the Landolin restaurant, Speckweg 17, Mannheim. Tickets can be obtained from the website Reservix.de become.conclusion: meaning of the memories
This reading is significant not only for those who are interested in the history of the Second World War, but also for everyone who wants to deal with the issues of loss, grief and strength of the human spirit. Reinhold Beckmann's story is an urgent call to deal with the past and to take the lessons into the future. The reading in Mannheim becomes a significant event that strengthens the connection between individual and collective memory.
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