
Friedrich Wilhelm von Seydlitz
Celebrating Prussian Valor and Military Genius
Did you know?
The Seydlitz Monument was created in 1862 by August Kiss based on a design by Jean Pierre Antoine Tassaert and is considered a masterpiece of the Berlin sculpture school.
Quick Facts
- Founded
- 1862
- Heritage Status
- Cultural Heritage Monument
Guided Story
Imagine yourself back in the 18th century, surrounded by battlefields and the thundering hooves of cavalry. Right here stands Friedrich Wilhelm von Seydlitz, a man of unwavering courage and strategic brilliance. Notice the dynamic stance, full of movement and determination. What many don't realize is that Seydlitz was famed for his unconventional use of cavalry, leading his troops with such vigor that enemies often retreated at the mere sight of him. If you look to your left, you'll see the monument of Jakob von Keith, another hero of the era. Together, these statues tell the story of a time that reshaped the face of Europe.







