Starhemberg barracks, Military barracks in Favoriten, Austria
Starhemberg barracks is a military complex at Gußriegelstraße 45 with multiple buildings for training and housing. The site comprises various structures that have been expanded and modified over the years.
The site was built between 1910 and 1912 for Infantry Regiment No. 37. After the First World War, ownership changed several times, and the Soviet Army controlled the location until 1955.
The barracks houses a collection of communication devices that shows military messaging technology from the 1800s to today. This display documents how communication methods evolved within the military over many decades.
Access is limited to authorized personnel, with security checkpoints at all entry and exit points. Visitors should note that this is an active military site and access restrictions are strictly enforced.
The site now houses a school for management support and an ICT innovation department. These modern facilities focus on current military technology and communication training.
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