Federal Cross of Merit for local poets: Honor in Nuremberg!

Federal Cross of Merit for local poets: Honor in Nuremberg!

A special event is coming up: On June 30th, the dialect poet Hans Schrepfer from Friedrichsburg will be awarded the Federal Cross of Merit. This high decoration is presented by Bavaria's Prime Minister Markus Söder (CSU) and recognizes Schrepfer's services to Bavarian dialect literature. The award ceremony takes place on a celebratory occasion in Nuremberg, where local and national culture unites to celebrate this moment.

Hans Schrepfer is already well known to people in the region. His creative works, which were written primarily for the Neuses dialect theater, have not only been very well received by lovers of the Bavarian language, but have also found numerous inspired performers. His commitment to keeping the customs and traditions of the region alive through the dialect has earned him respect and recognition.

Commitment to the dialect

But it wasn't just Schrepfer himself who campaigned for the award. Jürgen Fehn, the district court director in Kronach, and his daughter Susanne also stood up for their local poet. This personal initiative shows how deeply Schrepfer is rooted in the community and how important he is as a cultural voice in the region. It is pleasing to see that commitment to the dialect and regional culture is valued, especially at a time when many traditional values ​​are often pushed into the background.

The Federal Cross of Merit is an important award that has been awarded to outstanding personalities since its introduction in 1951. By the end of 2022, around 263,000 of these medals had been awarded in Germany. The venerable sponsors include not only numerous cultural workers, but also prominent politicians and intellectuals who have achieved extraordinary things in their fields. Hans Schrepfer now joins this illustrious company and receives what can only be described as a highly deserved honor.

A look at history

The list of recipients of the Federal Cross of Merit shows a range of personalities from different areas. From international heads of state to local heroes like Schrepfer, everyone has contributed to society in their own way. The Federal Cross of Merit itself is a symbol of gratitude and recognition by the state and underlines the importance of the cultural contribution to German identity.

There is great anticipation for the award ceremony, and many of Hans Schrepfer's entourage will be there on the day to congratulate him. At a time when there is often a lack of cultural identity, Schrepfer's award proves that the Bavarian dialect and the associated connection to the homeland are alive and valued.

With regard to the upcoming ceremony in Nuremberg, it is clear that the community is behind Hans Schrepfer and will warmly support him in this important step in his career. A major event that once again demonstrates the importance of dialect literature in modern society.

We already congratulate Hans Schrepfer on this great honor and are looking forward to the celebrations on June 30th!