Augsburg Panthers commemorate in Dachau: Memorial for humanity

Augsburg Panthers commemorate in Dachau: Memorial for humanity

A moving event took place in Dachau on Tuesday. The Augsburg Panthers, the local ice hockey team, visited the concentration camp memorial to address the site's dark history. All players, the coaching team and the office staff took part in an impressive, 150-minute tour that gave them in-depth insights into the events of the former concentration camp. According to the information from aev-panther.de This was an important opportunity to reflect on the painful fate of over 200,000 prisoners from more than 40 nations who were imprisoned there during the camp's existence.

The tour allowed participants to grapple with the serious issues of hunger, disease, torture and murder that have claimed the lives of at least 41,500 people. Eugen Kogon, a German journalist and concentration camp survivor, had always emphasized the historical significance of Dachau. Managing director Maximilian Horber emphasized the need for a living culture of remembrance and the responsibility to resolutely counter racism and discrimination.

History and sadness

The Dachau Memorial was founded in 1965 on the initiative of the surviving prisoners who came together to form the Comité International de Dachau. This historical site not only serves as a memorial, but also as an educational place that reminds us of the suffering of the prisoners and encourages personal confrontation with the crimes of National Socialism. The Bavarian state government also made financial resources available to ensure the preservation of this important educational institution kz-gedenkstaette-dachau.de reported.

The former concentration camp had already been established on March 22, 1933 and served as a model for all subsequent camps as well as a “school of violence” for the SS. On April 29, 1945, the survivors were finally liberated by American troops. It remains a duty for current and future generations to keep these memories alive and preserve the lessons of history.

Make a mark

In such moments, the escapades on the ice lose their meaning - the encounter with the past is even more important. The Augsburg Panthers have sent a clear signal with their visit: they are not only remembering what happened, but also the responsibility that exists today. Remembering also means taking an active stand against discrimination and racism. It is impressive to see how athletes and support staff embrace and share this vulnerable part of history.

Although the memorial is primarily associated with painful memories, it gives people the opportunity to combine the lessons of the past with the pursuit of a better future. After all, it means a lot to set out on a journey together, not to forget these dark chapters and to continually promote human interaction.