Kaiser Frederick III
Despite having the shortest reign among the German Emperors, Frederick has been a historical figure who draws interest even today, mainly because he is visibly...
April 28, 2019
Monthly Archive: April 2019
5 Interesting Facts About Prussian Army
1. “Goose step” marching style was first invented and used by the Prussians. “Goose step” is a form of marching used by many armies even...
April 25, 2019
Prussian Army in the French Revolutionary Wars
After Frederick the Great’s death in 1786, the throne was inherited by his nephew Frederick Wilhelm II. , who wasn’t as interested in the army’s well-being...
April 21, 2019
5 Prussian Historical Landmarks to Visit
Brandenburg Gate (Berlin) Constructed in 1791, Brandenburg Gate is still one of the most visited landmarks in Berlin and in all of Germany. The construction of...
April 17, 2019
Bismarck and State Socialism
Towards late 19th century, liberal sentiments of the 1848 revolutions were being replaced with radical socialist ones. Rapid industrialization caused many people to migrate from rural...
April 14, 2019
Otto von Bismarck : The Iron Chancellor
Otto Eduard Leopold von Bismarck was born on 1 April 1815 in Schönhausen in the Prussian province of Saxony. His father, Karl Wilhelm Ferdinand von Bismarck,...
April 7, 2019