Germany Marks 500 Years Since the Twelve Articles With Freedom-Themed Exhibitions

President Steinmeier and Bavarian Premier Söder commemorate the 1525 peasant uprising and its democratic legacy in Memmingen.

The Twelve Articles, written in Memmingen in 1525, are celebrated as one of Germany's earliest calls for human rights and freedom.
President Frank-Walter Steinmeier emphasized the relevance of the uprising's ideals in today's struggles to protect democratic freedoms.
The commemorative exhibition, 'Project Freedom – Memmingen 1525,' highlights the historical significance of the peasant movement and runs until October 19, 2025.
Bavarian Premier Markus Söder called the Twelve Articles a milestone in constitutional history and stressed the importance of preserving freedom.
The year-long events include lectures, concerts, and theater, culminating in October with the Memmingen Freedom Prize awarded to Christian Streich for his advocacy for human rights.