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Since our foundation in 1929, we have been fostering the comradeship and heritage of the Deutschmeister with great passion. We received a special honour in 1954 when the Federal Ministry of the Interior presented us with the flag of the first Deutschmeister veterans' association from 1830 - a sign that we are continuing the tradition of this oldest association.
On our homepage you will find exciting insights into the activities of the Jägerbataillon Wien 1 “Hoch- und Deutschmeister” and our association. We cordially invite you to join us as a sponsor, supporter, active militia soldier or as a guest at one (or all) of our events.
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The “Hoch- und Deutschmeister” association is dedicated to preserving the traditions of the historic infantry regiment Hoch- und Deutschmeister No. 4, which looks back on a long history. Here is the most important information:
Historical background
· The regiment was founded in 1695 by a treaty between Emperor Leopold I and Franz Ludwig von Pfalz-Neuburg. It was originally known as the „Pfalz-Neuburg-Teutschmeister“ and later as the „Hoch- und Deutschmeister“.
· It took part in important battles, including the Battle of Zenta (1697) and the Battle of Kolin (1757). From 1781, it was considered a Viennese house regiment as it was stationed in Vienna.
· After the First World War, the regiment was disbanded in 1918, but its tradition continued in the Austrian army, in particular through the Jägerbataillon Wien 1 “Hoch- und Deutschmeister”.
History of the association
· The association was founded in 1929 to maintain the comradeship of former members of the regiment. In 1954, it received the flag of the first Deutschmeister veterans' association from 1830, which established it as the legitimate successor.
· Since the 1960s, the association has worked closely with the Austrian Armed Forces and promotes the military and cultural tradition of the Hochmeister and Deutschmeister.
· In 2021, two traditional associations merged to form a new association that continues to uphold tradition and support active troops.
Activities
· The association organises events to maintain tradition, promotes the comradeship of former and active members as well as their relatives and friends. It also provides economic support and offers educational programmes.
· The association is a key player in preserving the cultural heritage of the “Hoch- und Deutschmeister”, an important military institution in Austrian history.
330 years of Hoch- und Deutschmeister A proud anniversary of an unrivalled military tradition.
On 15 March 1695 - 330 years ago - the foundation stone for the "Deutschmeister" infantry regiment was laid with a signature on a simple piece of paper.
