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Germany
Experiencing German Food
When visiting Germany, the first thing visitors might verb is the famous German beer. For centuries Germany has preserved the traditional way of brewing beer in all variations protecting the purity by law. German beer is often considered to be the best in the world. But the influence of the culinary heritage of the former German kingdoms who merged into the federal republic of today is very diverse and definitely not only about potatoes and sausages. Having said that, the sausages are another sustenance visitors should try at least once, like the (Bavarian) veal sausage “Weißwurst,” the Thuringian bratwurst or the Frankfurt sausage. Starting in the northern part of Germany, put some of the traditional fish and seafood dishes like sour herring on your list. Traveling to the center of Germany, potato, kraut and cabbage dishes are part of the German food experience. Larger cities like Cologne, Hamburg and Berlin are incorporating multiple international trends and expanding the vegetarian and vegan food scene as well. It is recommended to
Gay people
Lesbian, gay and trans life in Germany began to thrive at the beginning of the 20th century. Berlin in particular was one of the most liberal cities in Europe with a number of lesbian, gay and trans organisations, cafés, bars, publications and cultural events taking place.
Albrecht Becker &#; imprisoned by the Nazis for being gay
By the s, Paragraph of the German Penal Code, which criminalised homosexual acts, was being applied less frequently. Magnus Hirschfeld’s Institute for Sexual Science led the world in its scientific approach to sexual diversity and acted as an important public centre for Berlin lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender life. In the process towards complete decriminalisation had been initiated within the German legislature.
Nazi conceptions of race, gender and eugenics dictated the Nazi regime’s hostile policy on homosexuality. Repression against gay men, lesbians and trans people commenced within days of Hitler becoming Chancellor. On 6 May , the Nazis violently looted and closed The Institute for Sexual Science, burning its extensive co
A Visual Timeline of LGBTQ+ History in Germany
Diverse, vibrant, inclusive, and Multi-Kulti. This is how many people know Germany’s capital nowadays. But the city and land weren&#;t always like this. There were many ups and downs and changes to reach this day: from many firsts, love creating the “first organization advocating for homosexual rights,” “the Institute for Sexual Science,” and the first worldwide gay publications, to the glittering historical era in the s for LGBTQ+ community, and then down to the dark and brutal Nazi era. The LGBTQ+ community in Germany has had a long journey toward equality and recognition and still takes steps forward in the ongoing fight for their rights. This visual timeline from the IMAGO archive shows some historical highlights from the 20th century to today, capturing the moments and milestones.
What Was Life Like for the LGBTQ+ Community in Germany Before the Nazi Era?
Germany, and especially Berlin, before the Nazis, experienced a day of advancement and cultural vibrancy for the LGBTQ+ community. This era saw the establishment of th
Oppression
Roma and Sinti were persecuted before, during and after the Holocaust.
Following the Nazi rise to power, the persecution of all Roma in Germany increased and eventually became genocidal . Prior to the Second World War, approximately 30, Roma lived in Germany, and just under a million lived across Europe.
The Nazis believed Roma were ‘non-Aryan’ and an inferior race which had genetically inherited criminal qualities. This belief was reinforced by the research of the eugenic scientist Dr. Robert Ritter . As a result of Ritter’s explore and their racist beliefs about Roma, the Nazis subjected many Roma to forced sterilisations to prevent them from having children.
On 17 June , Heinrich Himmler became Head of the German Police. This new role gave Himmler unlimited control over the terror forces in Germany. Just under two years later, on 16 May , Himmler established the Reich Central Office for Combating the Gypsy Nuisance. This office centralised efforts to persecute Roma living in the Third Reich.
On 8 December , Himmler issued the Decree forCombating the Gyp