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1. Camp Elections at Ruhleben

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British internees exercised self-government during their incarceration at Ruhleben, which included the election of camp administrators. This drawing shows a variety of election campaign posters at the bill-posting station in the prison camp. The British chaffed under German administration and demanded internal administration.
Date Created:
1917-01-01T00:00:00Z
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Western Michigan University. Libraries

2. Magazine Advertisements at Ruhleben

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Comical ad in "The Ruhleben Camp Magazine" for the Cubbie Temperance Hall. The facility is ideally located for tourists seeking relaxation. The ad shows various views of the camp and the many conveniences patrols enjoy, including a view of the artificial lake and the construction of the building above sea level (drainage was a problem for parts of the camp).
Date Created:
1918-01-01T00:00:00Z
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Western Michigan University. Libraries

3. Pondside Stores at Ruhleben

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When the prison camp at Ruhleben experienced heavy rains, the pond in the infield of the race track increased greatly in size and patrons of the Pondside Stores had to use wooden planks to make their purchases. Entrepreneurs could turn a profit even in prison camps, especially if they excelled in a trade.
Date Created:
1917-01-01T00:00:00Z
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Western Michigan University. Libraries

4. The Pond Store at Ruhleben

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Photograph of the "Pond" Store, a commercial establishment on the infield of the race track at Ruhleben. This store was often threatened by inundation by the camp pond after heavy rains.
Date Created:
1917-01-01T00:00:00Z
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Western Michigan University. Libraries

5. Bond Street at Ruhleben

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A thriving commercial district emerged on the infield of the race track at Ruhleben. This drawing shows Bond Street, which featured Ye Olde Pond Shops--the canteen, outfitters, and the police station.
Date Created:
1917-01-01T00:00:00Z
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Western Michigan University. Libraries

6. Engraver at Ruhleben

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An enterprising businessman at Ruhleben set up this engraving service in a booth and offered free designs to customers. Tradesmen often found their expertise in great demand in prison camps.
Date Created:
1915-01-01T00:00:00Z
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Western Michigan University. Libraries