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Egon Krenz Defends DDR in Final Volume of Autobiography

At the Berlin launch of his third memoir, the former DDR leader reflected on his role in history, the Berlin Wall, and his conviction for manslaughter.

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Overview

  • Egon Krenz presented the third and final volume of his autobiography, titled 'Verlust und Erwartung,' on May 26, 2025, in Berlin.
  • The former DDR leader described the DDR as 'not the worst chapter' in German history and defended its significance.
  • Krenz expressed regret over deaths at the Berlin Wall but maintained that the border was necessary for protection.
  • The memoir spans over 1,000 pages across three volumes, offering Krenz's perspective on pivotal historical events, including the fall of the Berlin Wall.
  • Krenz criticized prevailing narratives about the Berlin Wall as 'historically false and ideologically colored,' while reflecting on his conviction and imprisonment for manslaughter.