Benno Ohnesorg: A Student Voice That Sparked Change

While at university, Ohnesorg proved to be intellectually gifted and multilingual. He had a good command of Arabic, Chinese, English, and French. His talents extended beyond academics; he had a love for poetry, and one of his poems was published by the notable German writer Uwe Timm. He also spent a year in Paris working as a teacher, showing an early commitment to cultural exchange and learning.