Ruhleben Collection

A fellow prisoner at Ruhleben. Frank Kremnitz

Madame Tussauds, Marylebone Road, London
Madame Tussauds waxwork museum in Marylebone Road, London. Date: circa 1920

Interned prisoners at Ruhleben performing Trial by Jury, WW1
Interned prisoners at Ruhleben camp near Berlin, dressed up in costume for a production of the Gilbert and Sullivan comic opera, Trial by Jury. The play was produced by Mr J. H

In Ruhleben Camp - 1915
In Ruhleben Camp - August Bank Holiday Number 1915 (Edition No. 4). Price Thrippence Made in Germany by T. A. Barton for the Education Committee of the Engl䮤 erlager f� ilgefangene

Barrack 19, Ruhleben. Cyril Oppler

Part of Loft, Barrack 7, Ruhleben. Cyril Oppler

Teehaus, Ruhleben. Cyril Oppler

Part of Loft - Barrack 2, Ruhleben. Cyril Oppler

Six images entitled Ruhleben Types from Barracks 1, 2, 3, 6, 10 and 13. Robert Walker

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"Ruhleben: A Glimpse into the Lives of Prisoners during WW1" Step back in time to Ruhleben, an internment camp that housed British civilian prisoners during the First World War. This captivating image captures a fellow prisoner at Ruhleben, their faces etched with resilience and determination. The horse box by Robert Walker stands as a testament to the resourcefulness and creativity that thrived within these confines. Despite their captivity, prisoners found solace in artistry and self-expression. Russian prisoners are depicted in one of the internment camps, showcasing the diverse array of nationalities confined together. Bound by circumstance, they formed unlikely bonds amidst the chaos of war. British civilian prisoners find comfort within their quarters at Ruhleben; makeshift homes filled with personal belongings that provided a semblance of normalcy amidst this extraordinary situation. Even in times of hardship, hope prevailed. The Christmas Dinner at Ruhleben Camp in 1917 brought joy and camaraderie to those who were far from home. Artist Nicols Wilhelm Jungmann beautifully captured this momentous occasion on canvas for all to remember. Life within Ruhleben camp was not without its challenges; however, moments like these remind us that even behind barbed wire fences, humanity persevered. The performance of Trial by Jury showcased imprisoned individuals' talents and served as a reminder that spirit cannot be contained. Barrack 19 became more than just a building; it symbolized unity among captives who shared stories late into the night under dim candlelight. Barrack 7's loft offered respite from confinement - a sanctuary where dreams could take flight amid bleak surroundings. The Teehaus stood as an oasis amidst desolation - a place where laughter echoed through its walls and friendships blossomed against all odds. It became a beacon of hope for those yearning for freedom beyond its gates.