- With the German imperial flag waving to the left, this photograph shows the entrance to the prison camp at Zossen-Wuensdorf. This watch tower was typical in most German prison camps and played an important role in camp security since sentries could keep track of activities within the facility, including escape attempts. Source: Doegen, Kriegsgefangene Voelker, Photo 5, 1921, 32B.
Source: Doegen, Kriegsgefangene Voelker, Photo 5, 1921, 32B.
From Pursuit of an "unparalleled opportunity": American YMCA and prisoner of war diplomacy among the Central Power nations during World War I, 1914-1923 by Kenneth Steuer| Subjects |
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