The first German National Synod met on September 27, 1933 in Wittenberg to conclude the work on the constitution of the 'German Church' due to the appointment of Ludwig Muellers to Reich Bishop. The photo shows the audience during the speeches on the Marktplatz. In the foreground is Reich Bishop Ludwig Mueller with other clergy. Far right is the regional bishop of Wuertemberg, Theophil Wurm. In the background is the Luther memorial.