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Wismar, Mathias Thesen shipyard (colour photo)
3638407 Wismar, Mathias Thesen shipyard (colour photo) by German Photographer (20th Century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Wismar, Mathias Thesen shipyard)

Health resort Oberwiesenthal (colour photo)
3638405 Health resort Oberwiesenthal (colour photo) by German Photographer (20th Century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Health resort Oberwiesenthal)

Particularly serious provocations were started between 24 and 28 October 1961 when heavily armed US soldiers
3638402 Particularly serious provocations were started between 24 and 28 October 1961 when heavily armed US soldiers, supported by tanks

French youths talking with soldiers of the National Peoples Army at the Brandenburg Gate (b / w photo)
3638401 French youths talking with soldiers of the National Peoples Army at the Brandenburg Gate (b/w photo) by German Photographer (20th Century); Private Collection; (add.info)

On 3 June 1972 the foreign ministers of the Four Powers signed the final protocol to the Quadripartite Agreement
3638400 On 3 June 1972 the foreign ministers of the Four Powers signed the final protocol to the Quadripartite Agreement on West Berlin at the building formerly used by the Allied Control Council in

On 26 May 1972 the Traffic Treaty, the first state treaty between the German Democratic Republic
3638399 On 26 May 1972 the Traffic Treaty, the first state treaty between the German Democratic Republic and the Federal Republik of Germany, was signed in the GDR capital

The soldiers of the National Peoples Army maintain close friendship with the soldiers of the Soviet Army (b / w photo)
3638396 The soldiers of the National Peoples Army maintain close friendship with the soldiers of the Soviet Army (b/w photo) by German Photographer (20th Century); Private Collection; (add.info)

The frontier crossing traffic at the border crossing points between the capital of the German Democratic Republic
3638394 The frontier crossing traffic at the border crossing points between the capital of the German Democratic Republic, Berlin, and West Berlin

The National Peoples Army guarantees the inviolability of the German Democratic Republics territory... (colour photo)
3638422 The National Peoples Army guarantees the inviolability of the German Democratic Republics territory.... (colour photo) by German Photographer (20th Century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Operative-tactical rocket during an army parade (colour photo)
3638412 Operative-tactical rocket during an army parade (colour photo) by German Photographer (20th Century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Operative-tactical rocket during an army parade)

Frankfurt / Oder (colour photo)
3638409 Frankfurt/Oder (colour photo) by German Photographer (20th Century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Frankfurt/Oder)

Comrades in arms are class brothers, together they are invincible (colour photo)
3638406 Comrades in arms are class brothers, together they are invincible (colour photo) by German Photographer (20th Century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Comrades in arms are class brothers)

On 11 September 1972 the brave American communist and civil rights defender Angela Davis was cordially welcomed by
3638397 On 11 September 1972 the brave American communist and civil rights defender Angela Davis was cordially welcomed by the soldiers of the National Peoples Army of the German Democratic Republic

The anti-aircraft defence units of the National Peoples Army are able to combat with success any approaching enemy
3638421 The anti-aircraft defence units of the National Peoples Army are able to combat with success any approaching enemy target (colour photo) by German Photographer (20th Century)

Fair City Leipzig (colour photo)
3638420 Fair City Leipzig (colour photo) by German Photographer (20th Century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Fair City Leipzig)

Berlin, the capital of the German Democratic Republic (colour photo)
3638415 Berlin, the capital of the German Democratic Republic (colour photo) by German Photographer (20th Century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Berlin)

An officer of the National Peoples Army explaining the importance and situation of the state frontier... (b / w photo)
3638403 An officer of the National Peoples Army explaining the importance and situation of the state frontier.... (b/w photo) by German Photographer (20th Century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Since 13 August 1961 the state frontier of the German Democratic Republic with West Berlin has been reliably protected
3638395 Since 13 August 1961 the state frontier of the German Democratic Republic with West Berlin has been reliably protected by the National Peoples Army

The close ties between the people and the armed forces in the socialist states
3638417 The close ties between the people and the armed forces in the socialist states, a source of invincibility (colour photo) by German Photographer (20th Century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Young pioneers congratulating soldiers of the National Peoples Army on their swearing-in ceremony (colour photo)
3638410 Young pioneers congratulating soldiers of the National Peoples Army on their swearing-in ceremony (colour photo) by German Photographer (20th Century); Private Collection; (add.info)

The friendly visit of a naval formation of the Baltic Red Banner Fleet to the port of Stralsund marks... (colour photo)
3638411 The friendly visit of a naval formation of the Baltic Red Banner Fleet to the port of Stralsund marks.... (colour photo) by German Photographer (20th Century); Private Collection; (add.info)

At the Memorial to the Victims of Fascism and Militarism soldiers of the National Peoples Army honour the pioneers of
3638398 At the Memorial to the Victims of Fascism and Militarism soldiers of the National Peoples Army honour the pioneers of peace and socialism (b/w photo) by German Photographer (20th Century)

Protected by secure frontiers, the construction of the GDR capital is going on (b / w photo)
3638393 Protected by secure frontiers, the construction of the GDR capital is going on (b/w photo) by German Photographer (20th Century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Together with the Baltic Red Banner Fleet and the Polish Navy the Peoples Navy of the National Peoples Army
3638424 Together with the Baltic Red Banner Fleet and the Polish Navy the Peoples Navy of the National Peoples Army.... (colour photo) by German Photographer (20th Century)

During a rest on a march, soldiers of the National Peoples Army are given a cordial welcome by inhabitants
3638419 During a rest on a march, soldiers of the National Peoples Army are given a cordial welcome by inhabitants (colour photo) by German Photographer (20th Century); Private Collection; (add.info)

According to the Arrangement between the Government of the German Democratic Republic
3638414 According to the Arrangement between the Government of the German Democratic Republic and the Senate of West Berlin visitors

Berlin, the capital of the German Democratic Republic (colour photo)
3638423 Berlin, the capital of the German Democratic Republic (colour photo) by German Photographer (20th Century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Berlin)

October 1961, Berlin Friedrichstrasse (b / w photo)
3638404 October 1961, Berlin Friedrichstrasse (b/w photo) by German Photographer (20th Century); Private Collection; (add.info.: October 1961, Berlin Friedrichstrasse)

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"Unveiling the Soviet Block: A Glimpse into East Germany's History" Wismar: A picturesque town within the Soviet Block, known for its rich history and charming architecture. (color photo) Mathias Thesen Shipyard: Witness the bustling activity at this renowned shipyard, a symbol of industrial prowess in the Soviet Block. (color photo) Health Resort Oberwiesenthal: Discover tranquility amidst nature's embrace at this serene health resort nestled in the heart of the Soviet Block. (color photo) Tense Times on German Frontiers: In 1961, US soldiers challenged boundaries as tensions escalated along the state frontier of East Germany, leaving an indelible mark on history. (b/w photo) Cultural Exchange Amidst Conflict: French youths engage in conversations with soldiers from East Germany's National People's Army near Brandenburg Gate during uncertain times. (b/w photo) Historic Quadripartite Agreement Signing: Diplomatic breakthrough. The final protocol to West Berlin's Quadripartite Agreement signed by foreign ministers inside a former Allied Control Council building in American sector of West Berlin. (b/w photo) The Traffic Treaty that Bridged Divides: On May 26th, 1972, an important milestone was reached as both German Democratic Republic and Federal Republic of Germany signed their first state treaty in Berlin. (b/w photo) Brotherhood Among Soldiers:The soldiers of National People’s Army forge strong bonds with their comrades from the mighty Soviet Army, fostering friendship and unity. (b/wphoto) Border Crossing Dynamics Revealed:A captivating glimpse into frontier crossing traffic between East and West Berlin showcases life within divided territories. (b/wphoto) Protecting Territorial Integrity:The steadfast National People’s Army stands tall to ensure inviolability across every inch of German Democratic Republic’s territory. (color photo) Operative-Tactical Rockets.