- Event in Zwickau showcasing the actions and evolution of the NSU
For years, the primary members of the National Socialist Underground (NSU) thrived in peace within Zwickau, and now, the city is hosting an exhibition to scrutinize the right-wing terrorism they perpetrated. Entitled "Zwickau and the NSU," this exhibition is the brainchild of academics from Leipzig and Chemnitz universities, set to debut on Sunday.
The exhibition features 35 panels, meticulously following the trajectory of their heinous acts, victims, legal repercussions, and Zwickau's recognition of these events. Expect a deep dive into the intricate web of right-wing extremists, their hideouts, the Munich NSU trial, and Zwickau's portrayal in the media.
Initially hailing from Jena, the NSU's core trio first went incognito in Chemnitz at the end of the 90s before relocating to Zwickau for an extended period. From this haven, they orchestrated a chilling series of murders, targeting at least ten individuals, including eight Turkish-German and one Greek-German entrepreneurs, as well as a police officer. Their terroristic acts extended to bomb blasts and armed robberies.
Curated by scholars Piotr Kocyba and Ulf Bohmann, the Zwickau exhibition promises to remain open at the Priest's Houses until November 4, 2021 – the very day the NSU admitted their identities following their failed bank robbery in Eisenach. Admission is gratis.
Since 2019, Zwickau has also commemorated the NSU's victims with a memorial site, a tree dedicated to each unfortunate soul.
The special exhibition titled "Zwickau and the NSU" offers a detailed exploration of the crimes committed by the NSU trio, providing insights into their activities. Visitors can expect to learn about the exhibition's creation by scholars from Leipzig and Chemnitz universities, and its focus on the NSU's actions, victims, legal consequences, and Zwickau's response.
The extensive special exhibition serves as a crucial part of Zwickau's ongoing efforts to confront its history with right-wing terrorism, following the establishment of a memorial site dedicated to the NSU's victims in 2019.
