Review article

Army in Ptuj from the 16th Century until 1918

Nataša Kolar ; Regional museum Ptuj, Ptuj, Slovenia

Abstract

The contribution presents Ptuj as a border fortress during the times of Turkish invasions. It also presents the role of army troops from the 18th century until 1918, in particular that of the pioneer battalion with its garrison located in Ptuj. The battalion was really connected to the Drava River because the solders were regularly exercising on the upper and lower training areas along the river banks, and occasionally building pontoon bridges at various events, such as natural disasters, bridge repairs, and various military demonstrations.

Keywords

Ptuj; Drava; Army; Defence; Military Forces

Hrčak ID:

78443

URI

https://hrcak.srce.hr/78443

Publication date:

1.11.2005.

Article data in other languages: slovenian

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