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A curated visual archive of wartime German tailors and associated craftsmen at work — preserved for history.
In the German Army of the First World War, the term “Schneider” referred to the unit’s tailor. These craftsmen repaired worn uniforms, adjusted fits, and attached insignia and rank, often working in barns, tents, cellars, or makeshift workshops close behind the front. Their work kept soldiers’ clothing serviceable and within regulations under harsh conditions. This collection preserves original images of these military tailors at work, offering a rare visual record of the technical trades that quietly supported the troops.
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