JOURNAL ARTICLE

Uniform Fantasies: Soldiers, Sex, and Queer Emancipation in Imperial Germany.

  • Published In: German History, 2025, v. 43, n. 1. P. 149 1 of 3

  • Database: Academic Search Ultimate 2 of 3

  • Authored By: Bailey, Christian 3 of 3

Abstract

The article discusses a book by Jeffrey Schneider that explores the intersection of military and queer cultures in Imperial Germany. Schneider employs a blend of literary analysis and cultural history to illustrate how military ideals influenced queer fantasies, arguing that sexuality serves as a significant point of power relations. The book examines various historical events, including the Harden–Moltke Trial of 1907 and the phenomenon of soldier prostitution, revealing how societal norms shaped perceptions of masculinity and sexuality. Schneider's analysis draws on theories from notable thinkers like Foucault and Lacan, while also providing fresh insights into well-known literary figures such as Thomas and Heinrich Mann, ultimately highlighting the coexistence of nationalism, militarism, and liberal modernity in Imperial Germany. [Extracted from the article]

Additional Information

  • Source:German History. 2025/03, Vol. 43, Issue 1, p149
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:Literature and Writing
  • Publication Date:2025
  • ISSN:0266-3554
  • DOI:10.1093/gerhis/ghaf011
  • Accession Number:186419337
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