2022
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Atmospheric Christmas Party of the Viennese Commanderies at Palais Palffy
Palais Palffy in the heart of Vienna was a worthy setting for the Christmas party of the four Viennese Commanderies on December 14, 2022.
Read more… Atmospheric Christmas Party of the Viennese Commanderies at Palais Palffy
In the light of a recent event
A Clarification on the Imperial Austrian Order of Franz Joseph (1849 – 1919)
Highly interesting retrospectives, insights and outlooks – but above all profound analyses
This year’s year-end event entitled “2022 – Conflicts, Crises, Confrontations” took place on November 30, 2022 in the Vienna Broadcast Studios.
Commandery meeting in Anif
On November 19, 2022, Commander Wilhelm von Zitzewitz welcomed over 20 Dames and Knights of the Order as well as guests to the Commandery meeting in Anif.
Atmosphere of departure and sense of community
After a long involuntary break, at the end of November the Serbian Commandery held another meeting in which the course for the future was set and the community spirit revived.
100 years Paneuropa Movement
From 17 to 20 November 2022, the Paneuropa Movement invited to an anniversary congress in Vienna on the occasion of its 100th anniversary.
Book presentation “Der Patriarch”
On November 16, 2022, the member of our Spiritual Council Abt Pius Maurer presented his book “Der Patriarch” in the Order Residence.
Symposium in Slovenia
On 11 November 2022, in Ljubljana, Slovenia, at the Grand Hotel Union, the international symposium “The Soul of Europe – Can You CE the Passion?” was held.
Nobility obliges…
…in this case the Republic of Austria, namely to revoke the so-called nobility abolition law.
„Important to show attitude even in the face of headwinds“
In a very critical opening speech, Procurator Baron Vinzenz von Stimpfl-Abele addressed the image that politics in general and the Parliament in particular currently present.
Read more… „Important to show attitude even in the face of headwinds“
Impressions of the Order Day in Graz
Here you will find impressions of the Order Day on October 21 and 22, 2022, in Graz.
History, culture and community
From September 30 to October 2, 2022, the UK Commandery hosted a fantastic weekend in Edinburgh.
The Role of Churches in Europe
At the Commandery meeting on September 24, 2022, Honorary Knight and former Governor Dr. Josef Pühringer, gave a lecture on the current theme of the year.
An invigorating evening in every way!
On September 20, 2022, the second event of the still young commandery Wien – Arsenal took place on the premises of the Julius Meinl headquarters.
Farewell to HRH Queen Elizabeth II.
On the day of the Queen’s funeral the Commandery of Great Britain and Northern Ireland hosted a virtual memorial service.
Ukraine: Past, Present and Future
On September 16, 2022, the Order Academy, in close collaboration with the Dutch delegation, organized an event at Order’s residence in Vienna.
The Marchfeld: Habsburg’s Fateful Region
This was the title of an event organised on the initiative of our Honorary Knight Dr. Werner Fasslabend on September 10, 2022, during which Marchegg was included in the Via Habsburg.
Pandora´s Box?
On September 9, 2022, the Spiritual Council organised a symposium on one of the socio-politically hottest topics: Euthanasia.
Two days dedicated to (Central) Europe
On September 6 and 7, 2022, Grand Master Karl von Habsburg, accompanied by our Procurator, visited the Commandery in Slovenia and the Delegation of Slovakia.
History of the Origin of Lower Austria
On September 5, 2022 the Commandery Niederösterreich-Heldenberg was pleased to welcome Mag. Karl Wilfing to a lecture on the history of the origin of the province of Lower Austria
350 years and not a bit quiet
On August 21, 2022, the Dragoon Regiment 2 Nikolaus Graf Pejacsevich celebrated its 350th anniversary in a ceremony at Heldenberg that was both tradition-conscious and forward-looking.
Twice the celebration
Unter diesem Motto könnte der besondere Abend gestanden haben, zu dem die Komturei Niederösterreich-Heldenberg am 17. August 2022 in die Residenz nach Kilb geladen hatte.
Interview in “WELTWOCHE”
On the fringes of an event organised by the Delegation Vorarlberg und Schweiz of the Order of St. George, our Grand Master gave a major interview to the “WELTWOCHE”.
Summer party of the Viennese Commanderies
On July 6, 2022, the summer festival of the four Viennese Commanderies took place, which has become a highlight of the Order life in Vienna.
Commandery meeting
On June 29, 2022, the Commandery Burgenland held its second meeting of the year at the Seerestaurant at the Neufelder See.
Thanks for Ukraine aid
The Ukraine Aid of the Order of St. George has recently received media attention.
Soiree at Rennverein
On June 14, 2022, the Rennverein invited the Order of St. George to a soiree on its premises in the venerable Palais Pallavicini.
Soulless Europe?
On May 20, 2022, our now traditional enquete took place at Lilienfeld Abbey.
A peace bell as a memorial to the struggle for the soul of Europe
On May 18, 2022, on the occasion of the 25th anniversary of the Peace Bell of the Alpine Space, the Commandery Europaregion Tirol invited to an event in Mösern
Read more… A peace bell as a memorial to the struggle for the soul of Europe
Procession in honor of the Holy Virgin of ‘s-Hertogenbosch
The procession on May 8, 2022 at St. John´s Cathedral, was well attended by a large number of invited guests as well as by six Knights and Dames of the Dutch delegation.
Read more… Procession in honor of the Holy Virgin of ‘s-Hertogenbosch
Order Convent in Prague 2022
Almost like the good old days the Great Order Convent of the Order of St. George was able to take place in Prague from April 22 to 24, 2022.
Investiture of two Honorary Knights in Vienna
On April 26, 2022 – staggered after the Convent in Prague – the admission of two highly ranked Honorary Knights took place in Vienna.
Encouraging development in Croatia
On April 25, 2022, in the presence of Grand Master Archduke Karl and Procurator Baron Vinzenz von Stimpfl-Abele, a very well-attended event was held in Zagreb, jointly hosted by both Commanderies there.
Impressions of the Order Convent in Prague
Find here impressions of the Order Convent on April 23, 2022 in Prague.
Getting out of the care trap
On April 5, 2022, Dr. Alexander Biach – former Chairman of the Board of the Main Association of Austrian Social Insurance Institutions – was guest speaker at the meeting of the Commandery Wien-Hofburg.
Europe: Basic Values and Social Directions – A Dutch Perspective
This event took place on April 7, 2022 of invitation of the Dutch delegation in ‘s-Hertogenbosch at The Gallery by FlexLabs, as well as online.
Read more… Europe: Basic Values and Social Directions – A Dutch Perspective
Encounters with Emperor Karl I.
On April 1, 2022, a festive commemorative mass was held in the Salesian Sisters’ Church in Vienna on the occasion of the 100th anniversary of the death of the beatified last Austrian Emperor.
Impressions of the Kaiser Karl commemoration
On April 1, 2022 – the 100th anniversary of the death of Blessed Emperor Karl I – the Order of St. George organised a commemorative event with Mass and lectures in the Salesian Sisters’ Church in Vienna.
Tur Abdin – The cradle of the Christian soul of Europe
The event on March 16, 2022, of the Dames of the Order of St. George and the Order Academy was attended, among others, by our Grand Master, his daughter and our Procurator.
Read more… Tur Abdin – The cradle of the Christian soul of Europe
Crises, Disasters, Confrontations – New Challenges Require New Approaches
General Mag. Robert Brieger offered an interesting lecture on March 8, 2022 in the Order’s Residence, which also shed light on how the Austrian Armed Forces are preparing for the future.
Read more… Crises, Disasters, Confrontations – New Challenges Require New Approaches
Order of St. George sends relief supplies to Ukraine, Grand Master helps on-site!
Our procurator Baron Vinzenz von Stimpfl-Abele succeeded in initiating and coordinating the cooperation of several Austrian radio stations.
Read more… Order of St. George sends relief supplies to Ukraine, Grand Master helps on-site!
Support for Ukraine of the Commanderies
The Commanderies organised the first relief supplies transports and fundraising with great personal commitment.
UPDATE: Statement of Karl von Habsburg on the current developments in Ukraine
Due to the dramatic developments in Ukraine – the effects of which will affect Europe, the world and not least each and every one of us – our Grand Master has issued a new topical statement.
Read more… UPDATE: Statement of Karl von Habsburg on the current developments in Ukraine
Weblog of Karl von Habsburg on the current situation in Ukraine
Ukraine defends the freedom of Europe. Now the EU must prove that it has the ability to act in foreign policy.
Read more… Weblog of Karl von Habsburg on the current situation in Ukraine
Commandery meeting in Salzburg
On February 12, 2022, the Commandery Salzburg/Oberösterreich/Bayern-Hohensalzburg met in Anif, the topic of which was “Otto von Habsburg’s legacy – commitment to the soul of Europe”.
Special guided tour at the Museum of Military History
The first event of the Komturei Wien – Arsenal was a special guided tour at the Museum of Military History on February 17, 2022.
Read more… Special guided tour at the Museum of Military History
Epiphany reception 2022
On February 4, 2022, the traditional Epiphany reception of the Commandery Niederösterreich-Heldenberg took place.
Why a strong Europe needs a strong Central Europe
On January 26, 2022, the first highlight of this year took place in the presence and accompaniment of the Grandmaster HIRH Karl von Habsburg, which set a further European political accent.
Read more… Why a strong Europe needs a strong Central Europe
Commandery kick-off(s) 2022
This year’s Commandery activities were opened with the New Year’s Reception of the Commandery Steiermark/Kärnten and the New Year’s Meeting of the Commandery Slowenien.
European political accents
On January 11, 2022, on his birthday, our Grand Master gave his already traditional speech on the future of Europe.
2021
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Presentation of a new book about Emperor Karl I.
On December 16, 2021, Czech commander Dr. Milan Novák presented in Kaiserstein Palace in Prague a new book: Karl I. – Saint and the last king in Bohemia.
The question of the soul of Europe
On November 30, 2021, the big year-end event of the Order of St. George took place in the form of a top-class panel discussion.
General Assembly 2021
The extraordinary General Assembly 2021 of the “SOCIETY OF THE KNIGHTS OF THE ORDER OF ST. GEORGE” could be held – due to the current Corona situation under the strictest conditions – on 16 November 2021.
Autumn conference of the Austrian Cavalry Association
On November 14, 2021, the Austrian Cavalry Association was a guest at the residence of the Order of St. George in Vienna and hold its autumn conference there. The theme of the conference was the “Pan-European Movement”, presented by its Secretary General Rainhard Kloucek.
Read more… Autumn conference of the Austrian Cavalry Association
Personalities very personal
Priv.-Doz. Dr. Aho Shemunkasho gave insights into the Tur Abdin on November 10, 2021 and showed how this valuable legacy can still be saved.
New Commandery in Vienna
On November 8th, 2021 almost 30 members of the Order accepted the invitation of Vice Chancellor Gerald Ebinger to the opening event of the new Commandery Wien – Arsenal.
Churchill, Windsor and St. George
After several corona-related postponements, the Commandery of Great Britain and Northern Ireland was particularly pleased to finally be able to hold their traditional anniversary event again from October 29 to 31, 2021.
VIVAT! Long live the newborn Archduke Otto!
The reception of the two Croatian Commandries on October 25, 2021 was dedicated to the birth of the first grandson of our Grandmaster.
A new art and culture publication in the old Austrian spirit on the market
On October 21, 2021, Knight of the Order Dr. Kambis Atefie presented a new art and culture publication in the old Austrian spirit at a Commandery meeting of Wien-Hofburg.
Read more… A new art and culture publication in the old Austrian spirit on the market
Festive and dignified
On October 16, 2021, the third Investiture of this year took place in Lilienfeld Abbey.
Impressions of the Investiture in Lilienfeld
Find here first impressions of the Investiture on October 16, 2021 in Lilienfeld Abbey.
Czech Commandery meeting in Brno
On October 13, 2021, the Czech Commandery organized a meeting in Brno, at which our Grand Master was also among the guests.
Book presentation “Of Peace Furies and Dalmatian Coastal Roes”
The evening of October 13, 2021, was all about “Of Peace Furies and Dalmatian Coastal Roes” as this is the (translated) title of the equally interesting and enjoyable book by historian Dr. Tamara Scheer.
Read more… Book presentation “Of Peace Furies and Dalmatian Coastal Roes”
Officer and gentleman
On October 5, 2021, former General Karl Majcen gave insights into the development of Austrian national defense and outlooks on future challenges.
Excursion to Admont Abbey
The Commandery of Steiermark/Kärnten – Schlossberg on the trail of Emperor Ferdinand III., the founder of the Order of St. George.
Europe – where is the journey heading?
It was an evening dedicated to Europe: On September 22, 2021, Federal Minister Mag. Karoline Edtstadler provided insights into Austria’s European policy and outlooks on future challenges.
Order Convent in Schloss Hof
In glorious imperial weather, the first Order Convent since the outbreak of the pandemic was celebrated on September 4, 2021 in Schloss Hof.
Tur Abdin
On September 7, 2021, an event took place in Salzburg with the support of the Order of St. George on a topic that is particularly close to the heart of our Grandmaster Karl von Habsburg: the Tur Abdin.
Impressions of the Order Convent in Schloss Hof
Here you can find first impressions of the Order Convent on September 4, 2021 in Schloss Hof.
The Afghanistan crisis
Causes, backgrounds, interrelationships. A brief analysis of our Grandmaster.
Archduke Ferdinand Zvonimir´s visit to the Order’s residence
On September 1, 2021, HIRH Ferdinand von Habsburg and procurator Baron Vinzenz von Stimpfl-Abele met for a conversation in the order’s residence, to which the archduke had also brought the impressive trophy of the legendary Le Mans 24-hour race, which he won this year.
Read more… Archduke Ferdinand Zvonimir´s visit to the Order’s residence
In memoriam of General Eugene Marchuk
Es ist unsere traurige Pflicht, vom Ableben unseres hochgeschätzten Ordensritters General Eugene Marchuk (Komturei International) zu informieren, der am 5. August 2021 in Kiew verstorben ist.
The Future of Europe
On July 21, 2021 the Czech Commandry hosted an event in the dignified setting of Chateau Nimerice, which is located 30 minutes outside of Prague. High-ranking guests dealt with the topic of the evening – the future of Europe -, analysed opportunities and risks and discussed necessary course setting.
Funeral of Jürgen-Michael Kleppich, MA
On July 13, 2021, the Order of St. George had to say goodbye in great sadness to one of its knights and wing adjutants, Jürgen-Michael Kleppich, MA, who passed away much too early at the age of 51 after a serious illness.
Summer party of the Viennese Commandries
On Friday, 10th July 2021, the traditional summer party of the Viennese Commandries took place in the garden of the Order’s residence in beautiful summer weather.
What can Europe learn from the Habsburgs?
On June 24, 2021 The Order Academy together with the Dutch Delegation invited to a fascinating online event in which she addressed the criticism of many Europeans that the EU is divided, often too slow and too weak.
Enquete in Lilienfeld Abbey
On June 18, 2021, the Enquete of the Order of St. George “Christian Values as the Root of European Identity”, took place in Lilienfeld Abbey, during which this so important topic was examined from different angles.
Dr. Ferdinand Wegscheider very personal
In this series of events by the Commandry Niederösterreich – Heldenberg, people from all walks of life who have something to say are invited again and again. On June 9, 2021 Dr. Ferdinand Wegscheider, director of SERVUS TV, gave an insight into his life, his career and topics that are particularly close to his heart.
Investiture on Mai 29, 2021
On Saturday, May 29, 2021, the first solemn investiture after a very long break due to corona took place in the Salesian Sisters’ Church in Vienna in bright sunshine.
Impressions of the Investiture in May 2021
On May 29, 2021, again an investiture was possible for the first time since the beginning of the Corona pandemic. Find here some impressions.
Europe on the test bench
On May 27, 2021 the internationally renowned and multi-award-winning journalist, media entrepreneur and politician Roger Köppel addressed a topic that is increasingly polarising society and the media.
Between Karst, Macchia and Sea: Trieste and Istria
The historian and author PhDr. Dr. Gregor Gatscher-Riedl, MPA accompanied us in his lecture on May 12, 2021 on an excursion to imperial and royal places of desire.
Read more… Between Karst, Macchia and Sea: Trieste and Istria
Via Habsburg
On May 6, 2021, Burghauptmann HR Mag. Reinhold Sahl, President of the Via Habsburg, presented the Certified Cultural Route and the associated historical sites.
How controlled is the media?
In his keynote speech on April 29, 2021 Alexander Purger addressed the problem of “fake news” as well as the question of the political independence of our media.
Corona. Crisis. Sustainability.
Online lecture by Prof. Dr. Dr. h.c. Franz Josef Radermacher from April 14, 2021, in which he highlighted aspects which are still too little in the focus of politics and media.
The Austro-Hungarian Army and its Last War 1914 – 1918
Online book presentation with Hofrat Dr. M. Christian Ortner on March 18, 2021.
Read more… The Austro-Hungarian Army and its Last War 1914 – 1918
New Democracy – The Key to the Political Unification of Europe
As part of the virtual commandry meeting on March 16, 2021, a lecture was given by Nico Rischmann.
Read more… New Democracy – The Key to the Political Unification of Europe
The importance of European regions and European identity
On March 13, 2021, an online matinee was organized from the Czech Commandry.
Read more… The importance of European regions and European identity
Bitcoin – the global anchor currency of tomorrow?
On March 4, 2021, the commandry Steiermark/Kärnten-Schlossberg invited to a virtual commandry meeting with a keynote from DI (FH) Max Tertinegg, Managing Director of Coinfinity.
Read more… Bitcoin – the global anchor currency of tomorrow?
The Glance of the World
Online lecture with Prof. Dr. phil. Thomas Köhler, MSc. pth. und Prof. Mag. phil. Christian Mertens.
The West, Russia and the Ukraine crisis
What does the geopolitical situation and future look like? General Ihor Smeshko gave an online lecture on this subject on January 19, 2021.
Imagine universal justice
Online keynote speeches with Prof. em. Dr. Richard Cándida-Smith and Prof. Dr. Jan Peter Balkenende on January 14, 2021.
New Year´s reception
On January 13, 2021, the now traditional New Year’s reception took place as a virtual meeting.
Birthday-matinee
On January 11th, 2021 our Grand Master celebrated his 60th birthday. For this reason, a large online matinee was organized.
2020
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Christmas speech 2020
Our Grandmaster HIRH Karl von Habsburg sends his Christmas message to all knights and dames.
Panel discussion
2020 – A year between the priorities of protecting health and defending freedom – Attempt of an initial assessment.
Book recommendation
Kaiserenkel zwischen den Zeiten (Imperial grandson between the ages) – a book of Christoph Matzl.
Economic crisis ahead!
What Austria and Europe need for a restart. Online lecture with Mag. Christoph Neumayer from November 11, 2020.
In memoriam of S.E. Max Turnauer
With great sadness we received the news of the passing of our esteemed Knight of Honor, S.E. Max Turnauer.
Letter of condolence
Commander Milan Novák wrote a letter of condolence in response to the terrorist attack in Vienna.
Book presentation: „Reise nach Jerusalem“
Online book presentation of Obr. HH Hon-Prof. MMag. Markus Stephan Bugnyár from October 27, 2020
Relic deposit
On October 25, 2020 the deposit of a relic of the Blessed Emperor Karl I of Austria was held at the St. Pölten Prandtauerkirche.
Benefit concert for parish church Krems
The Order of St. George supports the benefit concert for the parish church „Cathedral of the Wachau“ in Krems with opera star and dame of the Order Natalia Ushakova.
Commandery event in Klagenfurt
On September 24, 2020, an event by the Commandry Steiermark/Kärnten took place in the castle “St. Georgen” in Klagenfurt.
Covid times – what about the press (freedom) in our country?
The focus of the commandry meeting on September 19, 2021 was the keynote speech by the editor-in-chief of the Oberösterreichische Nachrichten, Mag. Gerald Mandlbauer.
Read more… Covid times – what about the press (freedom) in our country?
80th birthday of S.E. Bischop em. DDr. Klaus Küng
On September 16, 2020 a small delegation from the Order’s government gathered at the Order residence to congratulate on behalf of the Order of St. George.
Read more… 80th birthday of S.E. Bischop em. DDr. Klaus Küng
Freedom from a Dutch perspective
Online lecture of S.E. Aldrik Gierveld on September 2, 2020.
The Museum of Military History in Vienna
Online lecture of Hofrat Dr. Christian M. Ortner on July 2, 2020 about history, mission and challenges of the Museum.
This is how the economy will be powered-up
Online lecture with MMag. Dr. Meinrad Höfferer from June 30, 2020.
Interview with Jan Pieter Balkenende
Our Knight of Honor gave a highly interesting interview, in which he takes a stand on global geopolitical developments.
The future of ORF in the digital world
Online lecture of Dr. Alexander Wrabetz from June 23, 2020.
Freedom and family
Online matinee with HE Bischop DDr. Klaus Küng from June 20, 2020.
What the Corona crisis teaches us
Online lecture of Dr. Franz Schellhorn from June 18, 2020.
Personalities very personal
Online event with former Federal Minister Mag. Elisabeth Udolf-Strobl from May 27, 2020.
Consequences of the Corona Crisis for Central Europe
Online lecture of deputy Grandmaster Archduke Georg von Habsburg from May 12, 2020.
Read more… Consequences of the Corona Crisis for Central Europe
We are not living in an Era of Change, but in a Change of Era
Online lecture of Prof. Dr. Ing. Jan Rotmans from May 7, 2020.
Read more… We are not living in an Era of Change, but in a Change of Era
Austria’s media in and after the Corona crisis
Online lecture of Mag. Gerald Grünberger (VÖZ) from May 4, 2020.
Federalism – Centralism – Nationalism
Online video discussion and keynote of Honorary Knight Governor Mag. Thomas Stelzer from April 27, 2020.
1st online matinee
Procurator Baron Vinzenz von Stimpfl-Abele spoke on April 25, 2020, during the first online matinee about “The corona crisis – Challenges and Opportunities for the Order of St. George”.
Freedom in danger? The side effects of Corona.
Online keynote with Grandmaster Archduke Karl von Habsburg from April 20, 2020.
In memoriam Jiří Toman
It is our sad duty to inform about the passing away of our Honorary Knight, Univ. Prof. JUDr. Jiří Toman, Ph.D.
The Corona Crisis as Economic Crisis
Online lecture of MMag. Dr. Meinrad Höfferer from April 14, 2020.
The Corona virus – between dramatic truth and fake news
Online lecture of Colonel Jürgen Schlechter from April 2, 2020.
Read more… The Corona virus – between dramatic truth and fake news
The Corona crisis – Isolation and Egoism
Online lecture by Mag. Christian Wehrschütz from March 30, 2020, who considered the topic particularly from a Central European point of view.
Corona – a virus is changing our world
Online lecture of DI Dr. Klaus Woltron from March 24, 2020.
A military museum polarizes!
Paneuropa, the Order of St. George and the UEHMG conducted a detailed interview at the beginning of March 2020 with Dr. Christian Ortner, the director of the Museum of Military History, about the current situation around the museum.
2019
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HIRH Karl Habsburg-Lothringen opens the Maximilian Exhibition and the Sisi Pavilion
The Grand Master of the Order of St. George HIRH Karl Habsburg-Lorraine visited the city of Wels on 20 March to open the special exhibition “Maximilian I. Emperor – Reformer – Human Being” in the Castle’s City Museum and the redesigned Sisi Pavilion in the Lichtenegg Castle Park.
Read more… HIRH Karl Habsburg-Lothringen opens the Maximilian Exhibition and the Sisi Pavilion
Zurich: A new delegation emerges
On 8 March 2019, for the first time friars and interested persons of the future delegation Liechtenstein/Switzerland/Vorarlberg and Alsace met in Zurich.
Order Day in Salzburg
Under bright sunshine, around 350 knights and dames of the Order of St. George gathered on the Residenzplatz in front of the Salzburg Cathedral on October 26, 2019.
Chapter meeting: The year 2020 is all about freedom
In the year 2020 the Order will “focus on the concept of freedom”, underlined our Grand Master HIRH Karl von Habsburg at the beginning of the open chapter meeting in the Knights’ Hall of the Residenz in Salzburg.
Read more… Chapter meeting: The year 2020 is all about freedom
Ways out of the crisis – discussion on Europe’s future
Despite all the successes of the European Union, the union of states has not come out of its permanent crisis since 2008. All participants in the discussion “Europe – quo vadis?”, which took place in Salzburg on the eve of the Day of the Order, agreed on this.
Read more… Ways out of the crisis – discussion on Europe’s future
Why cash is so important
Cash is an indispensable part of everyday life and also fulfils an important educational function, as Dr. Gerhard Starsich, General Director of the Austrian Mint, emphasised in a lecture on October 2, 2019.
Panel discussion “Valuable & Value-Packed Austria – What really matters”
At the height of the election campaign for the National Council elections in Austria, the Order of St. George invited to the Palais Wertheim on September 23, 2019 to a panel discussionin in which high-profile representatives of five parties participated.
Read more… Panel discussion “Valuable & Value-Packed Austria – What really matters”
ÖBB, Sub Auspiciis seal and wonderful weather
A prominent Austrian manager was a guest at Vienna’s Schönbrunn commandry on June 17, 2019: Andreas Matthä, Chairman of the Board of ÖBB-Holding AG.
Anniversary event in London
Zur diesjährigen Jubiläumsveranstaltung der britischen Komturei in London am 14. und 15. Juni 2019, reisten neben den Rittern und Damen vieler Komtureien und Delegationen auch der Stellvertretende Großmeister SKKH Erzherzog Georg an.
A solemn beginning of the commandry Tschechien
At Nimerice Castle, half an hour north of Prague, the first ceremonial meeting of the recently appointed commandry Tschechien took place in Budapest.
Opening of the exhibition “Battle and Fate” in Jedenspeigen
The Order of St. George was prominently represented at this opening, led by our Deputy Grandmaster Archduke Georg and Procurator Baron Vinzenz von Stimpfl-Abele.
Read more… Opening of the exhibition “Battle and Fate” in Jedenspeigen
Inauguration of the Order’s premises in Bratislava
On the early evening of 13 May, our Slovak brothers – former Prime Minister Jan Carnogursky, Boris Bartho and Oliver Andrassy – invited to Bratislava to the traditional restaurant “Leberfinger” of the former Minister of State Lubomir Roman.
Read more… Inauguration of the Order’s premises in Bratislava
Meeting of the Commandery Slovenia
On the 7thof May we had the honor to welcome our Procurator of the Order of Saint George, Baron Vinzenz von Stimpfl-Abele, in the circle of our Commandery.
Support for the Hungarian parish Horvátzsidány
With the help of the International Red Cross, Knight Elemer Huller and Dame Marina Huller of the Order have organized two nursing beds for a Hungarian parish in Horvátzsidány near Köszeg.
Order convent in Budapest – „It needs the strength of Central Europe“
The Convention took place on Order Day, April 27, 2019, in Hungary at the Hungarian Academy of Sciences.
Read more… Order convent in Budapest – „It needs the strength of Central Europe“
A particularly festive Order Day in Budapest
Budapest, Saturday morning at 9:15 a.m.: A powerful Archduke Albrecht march opened the Order Day in front of St. Stephen’s Baslika.
Georgs-Seminar 2019 – Maximilian I in many different perspectives
This year’s Georgs-Seminar, organized in cooperation with the Institute for Religion and Peace and the Rectorate of St. George’s Cathedral, took place on April 24, 2019 under the sign of Emperor Maximilian I, whose 500th anniversary of death was celebrated this year on January 12.
Read more… Georgs-Seminar 2019 – Maximilian I in many different perspectives
Panel discussion: Valueable Europe
On March 20, 2019, over 100 Dames, Knights and friends of the Order of St. George gathered at Palais Wertheim to discuss the value of values in relation to the upcoming European elections.
300th anniversary of the founding of the Free Port of Trieste by Emperor Charles VI.
On the occasion of the 300th anniversary of the founding of the Free Port of Trieste by Emperor Charles VI, on March 17, 2019 the Italian Commandery, under the proven leadership of Commander Dr Massimiliano Lacota, excellently organised a commemoration in Trieste.
Read more… 300th anniversary of the founding of the Free Port of Trieste by Emperor Charles VI.
Workshop on Current Challenges of the Order
The first meeting of the Hohensalzburg Commandery this year dealt with some important challenges of the Order. It was a longer information and work meeting on Saturday, February 23, 2019 at the Hotel Sacher in Salzburg.
Commemoration of Andreas Hofer
At the Andreas Hofer memorial service on February 17, 2019 in Aufhofen, near Bruneck, the Order of St. George was also represented by our Honorary Procurator Norbert Freiherr van Handel.
Three-Wise-Men Meeting
On January 21, 2019 the Three-Wise-Men meeting of the Order of St. George took place again this year in the town hall in Korneuburg. More than 70 Dames and Knights of the St. George Order accepted the invitation of the Commandery Niederösterreich-Heldenberg in the festival hall of the city of Korneuburg.
A successful soirée with small innovations
For the second time, the Soirée of the Vienna Commanderies took place on January 19, 2019 at the Vienna Grand Hotel, and for the second time the event was completely sold out.
500th anniversary of the death of Emperor Maximilian I.
The rush was enormous. Knights and Dames from near and far travelled to St. George’s Cathedral in Wiener Neustadt on January 12, 2019 to commemorate the 500th anniversary of the death of Emperor Maximilian I on this Saturday afternoon.
Read more… 500th anniversary of the death of Emperor Maximilian I.
Commemoration of the Roman-German Emperor in Italy
The Italian Commandery organised the first commemoration of the 500th anniversary of the death of Emperor Maximilian I on Saturday January 12,2019 in Cormons.
Read more… Commemoration of the Roman-German Emperor in Italy
Speech at the reception of the Order of St. George of ambassador Dr. Johannes Peterlik
Keynote speech on Central Europe at the reception of the Order of St. George on January 10, 2019.
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2018
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Order day in Zagreb
The fact that the Order of St. George held its religious day in Zagreb almost exactly a hundred years to the day after the constitutional relations between Croatia and the Austro-Hungarian monarchy had ended, increased the symbolic power of the event enormously.
Emperor Karl commemorate in Biedermannsdorf
In the commemorative year 2018, a Kaiser Karl Memorial Mass was held in Biedermannsdorf on October 21, followed by the laying of a wreath in front of the Kaiser Karl Chapel.
Relic deposit in Alsace
On October 20 and 21, 2019, the ceremony of the solemn inauguration of a relic of the blessed Emperor Charles was celebrated on Mount Odile near Strasbourg.
Commandry meeting on October 17, 2018
Mag.Christoph Neumayer, General Secretary of the Federation of Industry, gave a lecture on Austria as a welcomed partner in the Balkans during the committees meeting on October 17, 2018.
Central European Security Conference
On May 15, 2018, the “First Central European Security Conference” took place, in which several ministers and numerous diplomats from Central European countries took part.
Stylish dinner after the Central European Security Conference
The “First Central European Security Conference” ended on May 15, 2018 in the beautiful rooms of the Grand Hotel – thanks to Horst Mayer, the director of the Grand Hotel and Knight of the Order of St. George.
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Order day in Vienna
At the Order day on April 21, 2018 in Vienna, four personalities were named Knights of Honor as part of the festive investiture.
Order Convention in Vienna
“Habsburg is not the past, but Habsburg is the future!” – A report from the Jubilee Convention in Vienna on April 20, 2018.
10th Emperors Ball in Korneuburg
SKKH Karl von Habsburg made the anniversary edition of the Kaiserball in Korneuburg at the beginning of February 2018 a special one.