Here stands a bronze bust. It’s a tribute to Werner Seelenbinder. A remarkable man. A champion wrestler. A courageous resister.
This bust is a silent testament. It speaks of a life cut short. A life dedicated to fighting injustice. Werner Seelenbinder was a German wrestler. He was also a communist. He defied the Nazi regime.
Seelenbinder’s athletic prowess was legendary. He won six German championships in Greco-Roman wrestling. He even competed in the 1936 Berlin Olympics. He finished fourth. More importantly he refused to give the Hitler salute at the awards ceremony. This act of defiance cost him dearly.
The Gestapo arrested him. He was imprisoned. He was sent to concentration camps. But his spirit remained unbroken. Seelenbinder continued to fight. He joined the communist resistance. He helped spread anti-Nazi propaganda. He hid fellow resisters. He risked his life for his beliefs.
In 1944 Seelenbinder’s defiance ended tragically. The Nazis sentenced him to death. He was executed in Brandenburg-Görden prison. His death shocked many. He became a symbol of resistance. A symbol of hope.
This bust serves as a reminder. A reminder of Seelenbinder’s bravery. His sacrifice continues to inspire. His story resonates even today. His legacy lives on in this bust. It is a powerful symbol. A symbol of his strength. His enduring spirit. His unyielding commitment to justice.