Innere Stadt in Wien, Austria — Central Europe (Eastern Alps)

General Friedrich Graf Beck-Rzikowsky

Photographed By Andrew Ruppenstein, June 15, 2017

1. General Friedrich Graf Beck-Rzikowsky Marker

Inscription. Click to hear the inscription.

In diesem Hause wohnte
von 1881-1920
der K.u.K. Generaloberst
und Gardekapitän
Friedrich Graf Beck-Rzikowsky
Chef Des Generalstabes
von 1881-1906

* 21.3.1830 † 9.2.1920

(English translation:)

In this house from 1881-1920 lived the Imperial and Royal Colonel General and Commander of the Imperial Guard, Friedrich Graf Beck-Rzikowsky, Chief of the General Staff from 1881-1906.

Born March 21, 1830. Died February 9, 1920.

Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Military. A significant historical date for this entry is February 9, 1920.

Location. 48° 12.788′ N, 16° 21.768′ E. Marker is in Wien. It is in Innere Stadt. Marker is at the intersection of Mölker Bastei and Schottengasse, on the left when traveling north on Mölker Bastei. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: Mölker Bastei 5, Wien 1010, Austria. Touch for directions.

Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Professor Anton von Eiselsberg (here, next to this marker); Rockgarten (about 120 meters away, measured in a direct line); Bertha Zuckerkandl (about

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210 meters away); Bertha Pappenheim (1859-1936) (approx. 0.3 kilometers away); Master Craftsmen Vienna Siege Memorial (approx. 0.4 kilometers away); Former streambed of the Alsbach (approx. 0.4 kilometers away); Beethoven’s Residence (approx. 0.4 kilometers away); Der Wiener Feuerwehr / The Vienna Fire Department (approx. 0.4 kilometers away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Wien.

Also see . . . Friedrich von Beck-Rzikowsky (Wikipedia). "Friedrich von Beck-Rzikowsky (1830–1920), sometimes Friedrich Beck, was an Austrian Generaloberst....Beck was born at Freiburg im Breisgau, and entered the army of the Austrian Empire in 1848. He distinguished himself as chief-of-staff of an infantry division at the Battle of Magenta, and in 1863 was made personal aide-de-camp to the Emperor. He held this position, with that of adjutant-general and chief of the imperial military chancery until 1882, winning the Emperor's confidence and exercising the greatest influence on all military questions....In 1882 he was made chief of the general staff of the Imperial and Royal army, a position which he occupied until

General Friedrich Graf Beck-Rzikowsky Marker - wide view image. Click for full size.

Photographed By Andrew Ruppenstein, June 15, 2017

2. General Friedrich Graf Beck-Rzikowsky Marker - wide view

This marker, and that for Anton von Eiselberg, are are barely visible here on the right side of the photo, below and to the left of the Starbucks sign. The Beck-Rzikowsky marker is the rightmost of the two.

1906. Not only was his advice listened to in military affairs, but he frequently exercised great influence on important political and personal questions, gaining a great reputation throughout the monarchy as one of its most influential men. His clear judgment and practical common-sense enabled him to see and judge men and things from a purely objective standpoint....He retired at the age of 77, and was appointed commander of the Imperial Guard." (Submitted on August 1, 2018.)

Credits. This page was last revised on February 1, 2022. It was originally submitted on July 31, 2018, by Andrew Ruppenstein of Lamorinda, California. This page has been viewed 392 times since then and 11 times this year. Photos: 1. submitted on July 31, 2018, by Andrew Ruppenstein of Lamorinda, California. 2. submitted on August 1, 2018, by Andrew Ruppenstein of Lamorinda, California.