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Republic of Germany National Day : August 27, 1988 Agreement to participate : 18 July, 1986 Commissioner General : Mr Winifried Wachendorfer Pavilion : 708 square metres |
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| Federal
Republic of Germany National Day : August 27, 1988 Agreement to participate : 18 July, 1986 Commissioner General : Mr Winifried Wachendorfer Pavilion : 708 square metres |
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| Transport, leisure and technology
were some of the palpable themes of the West German
Pavilion, with the latest models of Mercedes 4-WDs and
sports convertibles; personal hang-gliders, and
ultralight aircraft on display outside the Pavilion
entrance, and a yet-to-be released all-purpose
water-and-terrain 4WD which made it's debut on display on
the inside. These themes also featured in the amphitheatre-like setting of the centre of the Pavilion, where a three-screened action-packed audio-visual presentation, surrounded by static sports leisure displays, took centre stage. One of the more memorable highlights from the West German Pavilion (and of World Expo '88) however, was undoubtedly the music fountain which entertained those in the queue outside of the Pavilion and those walking by the European Boulevard. One of the most loved pieces of outdoor art at the Exposition, an 18-jet fountain placed along one side of the pavilion walls playfully jumped and danced according to the pitch of the music - whether it be voice or instrument - providing a calm and relaxing visual treat to visitors stressed out at pavilion lines and Brisbane's balmy winter weather. |
 One of the many latest in sports technology on display at the Image 155195p
Courtesy of Reina Irmer, State
Library of Queensland
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