Hans-Carl-von-Winterfeldt-Denkmal in Berlin
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FAQ
Where is the Hans-Carl-von-Winterfeldt monument?
The bronze version of the monument is located on Zietenplatz in Berlin-Mitte. The original Carrara marble statue is housed inside the Bode Museum.
Who was Hans Karl von Winterfeldt?
He was a Prussian general and a close advisor to King Frederick the Great. He was a key figure in modernizing the Prussian army and is considered the 'spiritual father' of the Chief of the General Staff.
Why are there two different statues of General von Winterfeldt?
The original marble statue from 1777 was replaced in 1862 with a more durable bronze version. This was due to a combination of preservation concerns for the marble and changing aesthetic preferences.
Who commissioned the monument to Hans Karl von Winterfeldt?
King Frederick II (Frederick the Great) personally commissioned the monument in 1759 as part of a series of memorials to his most important generals from the Silesian Wars.
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