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The most notable element of the Federal Republic of Germany pavilion at Expo 67 was it's architecture.
The German pavilion was designed by Frei Otto, using a revolutionary concept in exhibition structures: the "space frame" tent. 8 giant masts, the tallest of which measured 120 feet, supported a translucent plastic covering. The advantage of this system of architecture was in it's flexibility and adaptability to various site restrictions.
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Inside, the pavilion's focus was mainly on product and industrial displays, including optical and precision instruments, a German strong point. Scientific and historical displays included the world's first printing press, a German invention. The press was 500 years old, and still working on site. In Art, the pavilion focussed on the history of music.
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As in most pavilions, there were restaurants which served national specialties, as well as a German beer garden.
images: (1) alamedainfo.com
(2-3-5) library and archives Canada(4) westland.net/expo67/
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