Gerdien Jonker und Markus Schlaffke, Wie man Imperium buchstabiert. Das ›Tataren-Lager‹ Weinberge 1914–1918, Göttingen: Wallstein 2025, 163 S., EUR 24,00 ISBN 978-3-8353-5820-1

Key Points

• The article aims to explore and analyze the concept of 'imperium' through the historical lens of the Tataren-Lager between 1914 and 1918.
• Historical analysis of documents and sources related to the Tataren-Lager.
• Examination of the military and social context during 1914-1918.
• Comparative analysis of different narratives surrounding the imperium concept.
• Insights into the operations and life in the Tataren-Lager were revealed, shedding light on its role during the war.
• Conceived notions of 'imperium' were critically examined with respect to the societal impacts observed in the area.
• The findings enhance the understanding of military history and its influence on social structures during 1914-1918.