The Military Orphanage: African Musicians in Potsdam The eastern facade of the military orphanage informing passer-by on the year of the first renovation of the building in 1772 (Photo: Y. LeGall) This is a byline article by Stephan Theilig. This is the military orphanage, where a school for military music was established in the 18th century. The history of Prussian military music tells us quite a lot about the conditions of African servants at court. Before the existence of a Prussian standing army, an important part of mercenary troops was composed of musicians. There were drummers and pipers in the… Read More »The Military Orphanage: African Musicians in Potsdam