Discover The Allies in the Neue Burg: Vienna's Post-War Occupation and Cultural Impact

This exhibition explores the presence and activities of the Allied forces in Vienna's Neue Burg following the city's liberation in April 1945. It details the impact of the war on the building and the subsequent occupation by various Allied commissions and recreational facilities.

The exhibition "Die Alliierten in der Neuen Burg" (The Allies in the Neue Burg) examines the historical period starting from April 6, 1945, when the Hofburg complex, including the Neue Burg, experienced artillery fire during the final days of the war. While the building sustained only minor damage, these scars are still visible today. Following the liberation of Vienna by Soviet troops in 1945, the "Interallied Commission for the First Viennese Municipal District" occupied rooms on the second floor, and a House of Officers was established in the area of the present-day Congress Center. This facility served as a cultural hub for Red Army officers and their families, hosting a vibrant program of events in the Burggarten, which was initially intended for Red Army personnel but was later opened to the public. The exhibition further illustrates how the Soviet Union, like other Allied powers, sought to engage the Austrian population through cultural offerings, including open-air film nights showcasing Soviet cinema. From 1953 onwards, the architecture of the Neue Burg also served as the backdrop for the ceremonial changing of the guard among the Allies, marking the transfer of command for the jointly administered Inner City. The content highlights the multifaceted role of the Neue Burg during the post-war occupation and its transition into a site of cultural exchange and administrative handover.

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