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Hauptwache (former Guard-House)
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 Frankfurt's main guard-house was built in 1729 according to the plans of the city's master builder Samhainger.

Frankfurt's main guard-house was built in 1729 according to the plans of the city's master builder Samhainger. This baroque-style building served as the barracks for Frankfurt's military force. Frankfurt was declared a free imperial city in 1372.

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60313 Frankfurt am Main