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Creation Date
1917
Description
British interrnees could participate in a full orchestra in the prison camp at Ruhleben. Among the prisoners there were a number of accomplished musicians and composers. Concerts provided by the orchestra provided the camp population with a diversion from their problems and homesickness.
Keywords
Germany, Ruhleben, Entertainment, Music, Orchestra, British POWs, Camp Order, Quarters, World War 1914-1918