Strong fates: 'Terra X' brings history to Mainz

Entdecken Sie die neuen Folgen der ZDF-Serie „Terra X: Ein Tag in …“, die faszinierende Lebensgeschichten historischer Persönlichkeiten aus drei verschiedenen Epochen erzählen. Erleben Sie den Scharfrichter Frantz Schmidt in Nürnberg 1593, die Physikerin Laura Bassi in Bologna 1752 und den Passfälscher Cioma Schönhaus im Berlin 1943. Die Dokumentationen sind ab Oktober 2024 in der ZDFmediathek und im Fernsehen zu sehen. Tauchen Sie ein in die Geschichte!
Discover the new episodes of the ZDF series "Terra X: A day in ...", who tell fascinating life stories of historical personalities from three different eras. Experience the executioner Frantz Schmidt in Nuremberg in 1593, the physicist Laura Bassi in Bologna 1752 and the passport cioma Schönhaus in Berlin 1943. The documentaries can be seen in the ZDF media library and on television from October 2024. Immerse yourself in the story! (Symbolbild/MB)

Strong fates: 'Terra X' brings history to Mainz

stories that touch the heart and open the eyes! The new season of "Terra X: A day in ..." gives us fascinating insights into the lives of exceptional personalities. This documentation of the ZDF is an unforgettable excursion to past epochs! Where the executioner Frantz Schmidt fought for respect, the physicist Laura Bassi rank for recognition, and the Jewish passenger Cioma Schönhaus fought fearlessly - here her stories come alive!

With captivating reconstructions based on diaries, correspondence and scientific studies, "Terra X" captivates the audience! On Wednesday, October 9, 2024, the first two episodes can be viewed in the ZDF media library. Wow! Enthusiasm guaranteed! On Sunday, October 13, 2024, we start at 7.30 p.m. on ZDF - be there!

A look into the life of the executioner

we take the executioner Frantz Schmidt: in Nuremberg in 1593 he fights for his civil rights. Although he is one of the top earners of the city, he is despised by society because his profession is considered dishonest. His diary, a breathtaking document of his bloody acts and deep thoughts, reveals a man's desperate struggle, who tried to free himself from his stigmatized status! His story is a stirring portrait of rings about reputation and dignity and tells how a decision can change everything. Have a look at ZDF on October 13, 2024 at 7.30 p.m.

shine and fights of the Laura Bassi

in Bologna 1752 shines the impressive Laura Bassi! At the age of only 21 she gained the doctorate - a true superstar of science! You can even see the talent! But as the first professor in philosophy, she has to assert herself tirelessly in a world dominated by men! On Sunday, October 20, 2024, at 7.30 p.m., her life in the "Terra X" documentary will be brought to life. Let yourself be inspired by your determination!

And then there is the moving history of the Cioma Schönhaus passport in Berlin in 1943! Under the Nazi regime, he becomes a survival artist. With a fake identity, he not only fights for his life, but also for that of his Jewish fellow human beings. An fearless example of courage and ingenuity - you can then experience this on the ZDF on October 27, 2024 at 7.30 p.m.

For everyone who wants to immerse yourself deeply into the exciting stories, comprehensive information, press photos and expert tips are available. Discover the treasures of the story together with "Terra X" - it is a journey that nobody should miss!