German-Russian Relationship in Bochum: Understanding History, Contextualizing Present
Date and Time
Location
Price
About this Event
Mood
Venue Type
German-Russian Relations in Historical Reflection
How have the relations between Germany and Russia developed since World War I? This lecture at the Bochum Adult Education Center invites historically and politically interested citizens to understand key turning points, continuities, and breaks.
From 1914 to the Present
Dr. Vitalij Fastovskij traces the eventful history of German-Russian relations. The focus is on World War I, the Hitler-Stalin Pact, the war of extermination against the Soviet Union, and the tensions of the Cold War. The current confrontation in light of the Russian war of aggression against Ukraine is also examined historically.
Historical Knowledge for Current Debates
The evening combines political education with vivid historical communication. Maps, posters, and photographs make political developments visible and give participants orientation for the public debate. The lecture is expressly aimed at those interested without specific prior knowledge.
Lecture with Subsequent Discussion
After the lecture, the floor opens for questions and exchange. The discussion deepens the topics covered and offers an opportunity to connect historical experiences with current political issues. This creates a focused event experience between analysis, memory culture, and societal discussion.
Context Provided by the Bochum Adult Education Center
As an offering of the Adult Education Center, the event is part of political and societal educational work. Organization, event planning, and target group engagement are designed for an understandable access to complex historical contexts. The event is announced in cooperation with the Foreign Society Dortmund and the Protestant Church Bochum.
Conclusion
The lecture offers historical orientation knowledge, visual impressions, and a subsequent discussion on a topic that continues to shape European present. Anyone who wants to better understand political developments and engage in informed debates will experience an informative evening with professional categorization at the vhs in BVZ. Participation is free of charge, but registration is required.
Official Channels of Bochum Adult Education Center:
- Instagram: no official profile found
- Facebook: no official profile found
- YouTube: no official profile found
- TikTok: no official profile found
