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Commemoration in Pirna: Don't forget the November pogroms of 1938!
Commemoration of the November pogroms in Pirna in 1938: Akubiz remembers Dr. Benno Scholze and those persecuted by the Nazi regime.
Commemoration in Pirna: Don't forget the November pogroms of 1938!
Today, November 7th, 2025, the November pogroms of 1938 are remembered in Pirna. Alina Gündel from the Akubiz association stands in front of a striking stumbling block and draws attention to the tragic incidents that changed the face of the city that cruel night. Dr. Benno Scholze, who was known as the archpriest, was one of the victims of the Nazi regime and was part of the Christian resistance that rose up against the inhumane acts of the National Socialists. Stumbling blocks like this one, which were erected in his memory, are an important symbol that ensures that those persecuted by the Nazi regime and their role in urban life are not forgotten.
At a time when remembering such events is of utmost importance, Gündel emphasizes the importance of keeping the names of those persecuted alive. “We must not allow their stories to be forgotten,” she says urgently. In order to raise awareness, the Akubiz association is organizing a city tour to provide information about the November pogroms. The tour will also include some of the impressive stumbling blocks in Pirna, which offer people passing by a tangible connection to history.
A sign against forgetting
The Akubiz association has made it its mission to educate and remember those who were persecuted. Events like this city tour are opportunities for citizens to engage with history. This not only points out the dark chapters of the past, but also sends a signal that such injustice systems must never happen again. “People have to be vigilant and stand up against any form of discrimination,” Gündel continues.
The tour offers a valuable opportunity to learn more about local history and to start a conversation. In a society in which racism and anti-Semitism are still present, commemoration represents an important building block in working together for a tolerant and respectful future. The stumbling blocks here act as silent witnesses, constantly reminding us that the past is not only part of history, but also remains important in today's world.
In a city like Pirna, rich in history, it is up to the current generation to preserve the legacy of those who suffered from injustice. The Akubiz association and the remembrance initiatives are therefore not only a homage to the past, but also a call to be mindful of the future.