Franke Tower, Military memorial tower in Omaruru, Namibia
The stone structure of Franke Tower stands as a national monument in the Erongo Region, marking an important historical site in Namibia's landscape.
The tower commemorates Victor Franke, the last commander of German colonial forces who led military operations in South West Africa until 1915.
This memorial represents the intersection of German colonial presence and Namibian history, marking a period of significant social transformation in the region.
Visitors can reach the tower by following the main road through Omaruru, where local guides provide information about the monument's background.
The tower remains one of the few preserved military monuments from the German colonial period in Namibia's Erongo Region.
Location: Erongo Region
GPS coordinates: -24.43000,15.94250
Latest update: May 26, 2025 09:34
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