Medal of Honor for cultural heroes: Kießling and Kinkel honored!

Medal of Honor for cultural heroes: Kießling and Kinkel honored!

In the festive ambience of the Sassanfahrt Castle in Hirschaid, the district of Upper Franconia awarded the Medal of Honor in silver to outstanding personalities for their tireless commitment in the region. District President Henry Schramm honored Dr. Tanja Kinkel, a writer from Bamberg, and Rolf Kießling, a historian from Forchheim, for her important contributions to culture and local research. Again Wiesentbote reported, Kießling was particularly distinguished by his in-depth research into the Jewish history of Upper Franconia, in which he initiated numerous projects that preserve the historical memory of the region. His speech touched many in attendance as he highlighted the importance of remembrance work, fostered through personal encounters and commitment to memorial sites.

Also that evening, Dr. Beate Kuhn, a committed general practitioner, recognized for her achievements in the health and social sectors. She has been working in the Upper Franconia district council since 2013 and is committed to health care in urban and rural areas. In addition, Dr. Clemens Lukas, managing director of “Bayreuth Baroque”, an honor for his decisive influence on the cultural life of the region, like this Bayreuther Tagblatt reported. His initiatives made a significant contribution to the revival of the Margravial Opera House, while Heinz Stark from Plech was honored for his profound work in local and cultural preservation. Schramm emphasized that these personalities embody the spirit of responsibility and commitment that is crucial to the well-being of the community.

The awards that evening were not only a recognition of past achievements, but also an incentive for future projects that bring people together and strengthen the region's cultural heritage. Schramm concluded the event with the hope that such outstanding efforts will continue to be encouraged and recognized.