Historian Schloegel Receives German Book Trade's Peace Prize - Historian Karl Schloegel Wins Prestigious German Book Trade's Peace Prize 2023
The German Book Trade's Peace Prize, a prestigious award honouring contributions to international understanding, has been bestowed upon historian Karl Schloegel for the year 2023. Worth €25,000, this accolade is one of Germany's most significant cultural recognitions.
Schloegel, a renowned scholar, will receive the prize on Sunday, October 19, 2025, at the historic St. Paul's Church in Frankfurt am Main. The ceremony, a prominent event in the literary calendar, will be broadcast live on ZDF, allowing a wider audience to share in the celebration.
Ukrainian-born author and journalist Katja Petrowskaja has been chosen to deliver the laudation, paying tribute to Schloegel's scholarly work and commitment to fostering European understanding. This recognition marks a significant milestone in Schloegel's career, highlighting his substantial impact on the field of international relations and historical scholarship.
The German Book Trade's Peace Prize, awarded annually since 1950, continues its tradition of honouring exceptional individuals who have made significant contributions to international understanding. With this year's recipient, Karl Schloegel, the prize maintains its legacy of recognising outstanding achievements in promoting peace and understanding.
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