The forgotten Prime Minister: Paulsen's influence on Thuringia

The forgotten Prime Minister: Paulsen's influence on Thuringia

In Altenburg, an revealing lecture will take place on Monday, October 28th at 6 p.m. in the "Academy in the Aula" of the adult education center. The Weimar historian Dr. Bernhard Post will take the opportunity to make the meaning of Dr. Arnold Paulsen, the first prime minister of Thuringia, to illuminate. This event offers a valuable opportunity to deeper into the history of the Free State of Thuringia and to find out what role Paulsen played in the foundation of this region.

dr. Arnold Paulsen, born in 1864 and died in 1942, is an important figure in Thuringian history, which, however, is often pushed into the background. As part of his lecture, Dr. Post the history of Paulsens and his influences as Interior Minister of the Grand Duchy of Saxony-Weimar-Eisenach. These functions had a decisive influence on the political landscape of the time, which is why it is important to understand its traces in the turning point. In addition, he will focus on the resigned turns in Paulsen's career, especially the end of his political career in 1930.

a look into the past

The event is not only perceived as a historical review, but also as a way to consider current social issues in the light of the past. This can be seen in the relevance of political decisions and structures, which can still have noticeable effects today. Dr. Post, which was headed by the State Archive Thuringia until 2018, brings its extensive expertise to lead the listeners on a detailed journey through Paulsen's life and the emergence of the Free State.

In addition, the participants are given the opportunity to address their questions to the historian, which integrates an interactive element into the event. This promotes exchange and stimulates further discussions that go beyond the mere reproduction of historical facts.

The adult education center recommends making a reservation due to the limited places. Interested parties can register by phone at 03447 507928 or online via the website www.vhs-altenburgerland.de Entry to the event is free of charge, which also makes participation attractive for a wider public.

In times when awareness of one's own history is of great importance, the lecture not only offers an insight into the life of an often overlooked politician, but also in the challenges and achievements that shaped the founding of today's Thuringia. It remains to be hoped that such significant events help to promote the interest in local history and to raise the relevance of historical personalities such as Paulsen.