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Das Gesicht Des Deutschen Soldaten
Kempe, Fritz, (1909-1988) compiler and photographer
3-page preface by Hans Baumann, 86 black and white photographs of German soldiers in all branches of the military service, many close-ups highlighting facial expressions, many illustrating head-gear and uniforms, 2-page afterword by Kempe. No interior markings. Kempe became known in the 1950s and 1960s as a teacher in the development of photography as part of the artistic expression in Germany. He later received an award for his artistic contributions to the city of Hamburg.
Das Gesicht des deutschen Soldaten is a historical photo book published in 1943 by Zeitgeschichte-Verlag in Berlin, commissioned by the Oberkommando der Wehrmacht (OKW). The work features photographs, ideas, and compilation by Fritz Kempe, with an introduction provided by Hans Baumann. It serves as a visual documentation of German soldiers during World War II, specifically highlighting their appearance and experiences on the front lines. The book is noted for its extensive use of full-page photographic illustrations printed on art paper. It was produced as part of a series of propaganda photo books intended to depict the reality of the German military experience during the conflict.
Bibliographic Details
| Author | Fritz Max Kurt Kempe |
|---|---|
| Publisher | Zeitgescichte-verlag |
| Place of publication | Berlin |
| Year | 1943 |
| Edition | First edition |
| Binding | Softcover |
| Language | German |
| Dimensions | 26.5x19.5 |
| Collation | 120 pp. |
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