Germany Marks 500 Years Since Farmers' Revolt with Exhibition and Calls for Freedom

President Steinmeier and Minister Söder emphasize the enduring relevance of the 1525 'Twelve Articles' in the fight for democracy and justice.

President Frank-Walter Steinmeier and Bavarian Premier Markus Söder inaugurated a major exhibition in Memmingen commemorating the 500th anniversary of the 1525 Farmers' Revolt.
The 'Twelve Articles,' drafted by farmers in Memmingen, are hailed as a foundational document in Germany's history of democracy and human rights.
Steinmeier called for vigilance in defending democratic freedoms, warning against threats both internal and external to modern democratic systems.
The exhibition, titled 'Project Freedom – Memmingen 1525,' highlights historical and modern parallels in the struggle for justice and self-determination.
A series of events, including lectures, concerts, and theatrical performances, will run through October to deepen public engagement with the revolt's legacy.