Historical Analysis of Military Service in West and East Germany

This article explores the experiences of recruits in the Bundeswehr and NVA, examining how both West and East Germany introduced conscription after WWII with new military ideals, and the reality of their service, which has implications for current debates.

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der-spiegelGerman29d ago

Wehrdienst: Was Rekruten in Bundeswehr und NVA erlebten

Bundesrepublik und DDR führten nach dem Zweiten Weltkrieg die allgemeine Wehrpflicht ein, beide Staaten beschworen ein neues militärisches Ideal. Die Realität sah anders aus. Das hat Folgen für die heutige Debatte.

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Historical Analysis of Military Service in West and East Germany

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