Wach Collection

Parade on the Opernplatz in Berlin (Detail), 1824-1830. Artist: Kruger, Franz (1797-1857)
Parade on the Opernplatz in Berlin (Detail), 1824-1830. Found in the collection of the Staatliche Museen, Berlin

Wach- Arrest- Postgebaude Neues Lager Artillery
Wach-, Arrest- und Postgebaude (Neues Lager), Artillery of Germany, 1914, Landkreis Bautzen, Konigsbruck, Neues Lager, Wache, Kaiserliches Postamt

Military training grounds Germany Artillery Wach
Military training grounds of Germany, Artillery of Germany, Wach-, Arrest- und Postgebaude (Neues Lager), Gates in Saxony, 1914, Landkreis Bautzen, Konigsbruck, Truppenubungsplatz, Haupteingang

Clock and watch repairs, Kowloon, Hong Kong
Traders sign outside a shop for clock and watch repairs, probably in Kowloon, Hong Kong. Wang Lee Lepaer Colock and Wach. Below is another sign, Yah Lih, boot and shoe maker

Greetings From Camp Ritchie, Maryland
Large letter card with scenes from Camp Ritchie in wach letter

Wahr dich, Wehr dich, Wach auf. Melde dich zur Bayr. Reichswehr. Poster shows a German soldier holding a rifle. Text: Defend yourself, protect yourself, wake up. Enlist in the Bavarian Reichswehr

Bayern, wach auf!. Poster shows the German Imperial eagle superimposed over the Bavarian flag. Text: Bavarians, wake up! True Germans, good Bavarians

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"Wach: A Glimpse into the Military and Artistic World" Step back in time to witness a vibrant parade on the Opernplatz in Berlin, captured with meticulous detail by artist Franz Kruger between 1824-1830. The scene unfolds as soldiers march proudly, their uniforms representing the Wach - an elite force dedicated to safeguarding peace. Moving beyond art, we delve into historical military training grounds in Germany where artillery units honed their skills. Amongst these facilities stands the imposing Wach-Arrest Postgebaude Neues Lager Artillery, a symbol of discipline and order. Intriguingly, our journey takes us to film decoration created by Hans Poelzig for "The Golem" (1922). Within this cinematic masterpiece lies a tower guarded by vigilant Wachters - watchmen who protect against impending danger. The goalkeeper's announcement of salvation adds suspense and intrigue to this timeless tale. Transitioning from film sets to reality, we explore German military training grounds once more. These vast areas served as crucial spaces for soldiers' development and readiness within various military facilities. Shifting gears entirely, we find ourselves amidst Kowloon's bustling streets in Hong Kong. Here, skilled craftsmen repair clocks and watches with utmost precision – ensuring that time is kept ticking flawlessly. Our next stop transports us across continents to Camp Ritchie in Maryland. Through vintage postcards titled "Greetings From Camp Ritchie, " we catch glimpses of camaraderie among servicemen stationed there during times past – reminding us of the importance of unity even amidst challenging circumstances. Lastly, powerful slogans like "Wahr dich, Wehr dich, Wach auf" urge individuals to be aware and prepared while calling them to action towards protecting Bavaria or awakening its potential. From parades echoing through history's corridors to artistic interpretations capturing bravery on canvas.