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
Prussian History
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
Queen Louise of Prussia
Louise Auguste Wilhelmine Amalie was born on 10 March 1776 in the city of Hanover. She was the daughter of Duke Charles of Mecklenburg and Princess...
March 31, 2019
The Role of Prussian Military Traditions in Prussia’s Rise
Prussian army, dating back as far as 16th century, was the driving force in Prussia’s rise in 18th and 19th centuries. Prussian army’s influence in these...
March 27, 2019
The Zollverein: A German Customs Union
The Zollverein of 1834 , a German customs union, was a result of Prussia’s negotiations with other German states in order to create a unified...
March 17, 2019
5 Interesting Facts About Frederick the Great
1. Despite being known as a brilliant commander, his first battle was an embarrassment. Frederick saw his first action as the king on 10 April 1740...
March 14, 2019
Prussian Army under Frederick the Great
Frederick the Great Frederick II, also known as Frederick the Great, was born in Berlin on 24 January 1712.When his father Frederick William ascended to throne...
March 11, 2019
5 Interesting Facts About Sanssouci Palace
1. Despite Frederick the Great’s wish to be buried in Sanssouci in 1786, his wish only came true in 1991, 205 years after his death....
March 7, 2019
Prussian Army under the Soldier King
Early stages of Prussian Army When the Kingdom of Prussia was officially formed in 1701, its army had already proved its strength under the command of...
March 4, 2019