# Veterinary University Berlin
**Wikidata**: [Q62032954](https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q62032954)  
**Source**: https://4ort.xyz/entity/veterinary-university-berlin

## Summary
The Veterinary University Berlin (German: *Tierärztliche Hochschule Berlin*) was a university-level academic institution located in Germany. Established in 1887, it functioned as a center for higher education in veterinary medicine. The institution is also historically recognized by the alias *Königliche Tierarzneischule* (Royal Veterinary School).

## Key Facts
- **Inception:** The institution was founded in 1887.
- **Location:** The university was situated in Germany.
- **Instance of:** It is classified as a university.
- **Alternate Names:** The institution is also known as *Tierärztliche Hochschule Berlin*, *Thierärztliche Hochschule Berlin* (historical spelling), and *Königliche Tierarzneischule*.
- **GND ID:** 507767-9 (German National Library authority file).
- **VIAF ID:** 8633147270623135700004 (Virtual International Authority File).
- **Library of Congress ID:** no2006115069.
- **Wikipedia Presence:** The entity maintains Wikipedia pages in German, Ukrainian, and on Wikimedia Commons.

## FAQs
### Q: When was the Veterinary University Berlin founded?
A: The institution was established in the year 1887.

### Q: What was the Veterinary University Berlin also known as?
A: It was historically referred to as *Tierärztliche Hochschule Berlin*, *Thierärztliche Hochschule Berlin*, and *Königliche Tierarzneischule* (Royal Veterinary School).

### Q: What type of institution was the Veterinary University Berlin?
A: It was classified as a university, serving as an academic institution for further education in Germany.

## Why It Matters
The Veterinary University Berlin represents a specific historical trajectory in the professionalization of veterinary medicine within Germany. Founded in the late 19th century (1887), its classification as a "university" rather than a simple school marks a significant period where veterinary studies were integrated into higher academic frameworks. The existence of multiple aliases, including the designation "Royal" (*Königliche*), reflects the political and linguistic shifts in Germany over the centuries, spanning imperial eras to modern standardization. The institution's documentation across major international authority controls (such as the GND, VIAF, and the Library of Congress) underscores its recognized standing in academic history. While the raw data does not detail its eventual merger or successor institutions, its distinct identity as a "University" highlights the formalization of animal medicine as a rigorous scientific discipline in Berlin.

## Notable For
- Being an academic institution for veterinary medicine established in the late 19th century.
- Holding the historical title *Königliche Tierarzneischule* (Royal Veterinary School).
- Possessing a distinct classification as a "university" in the provided data.
- Having a specific GND ID (507767-9) indicating record-keeping in the German National Library.
- Existing under multiple German orthographies (*Thierärztliche* vs. *Tierärztliche*).

## Body
### Identity and Classification
The entity known as the Veterinary University Berlin is formally classified as a **university**. In the provided structured data, it is defined as an academic institution for further education. It is geographically located in **Germany**.

### Historical Nomenclature
The institution is associated with several names which reflect its history and the evolution of the German language:
*   **Tierärztliche Hochschule Berlin** (Modern German)
*   **Thierärztliche Hochschule Berlin** (Historical German spelling)
*   **Königliche Tierarzneischule** (Royal Veterinary School)

### Founding and Inception
According to structured references, the date of inception for the Veterinary University Berlin is **1887**. This date is supported by data imported from Wikidata (referenced to Q48183).

### Authority Control and Identifiers
The institution is indexed in several major library and authority systems, confirming its bibliographic identity:
*   **GND ID:** 507767-9 (Integrated Authority File).
*   **VIAF ID:** 8633147270623135700004.
*   **Library of Congress Authority ID:** no2006115069.
*   **National Library of Israel J9U ID:** 987007301720605171.
*   **Kalliope Verbund ID:** 507767-9.

### Digital Presence
The entity maintains a digital footprint through Wikimedia projects, specifically having sitelinks for **Wikimedia Commons**, **German Wikipedia**, and **Ukrainian Wikipedia**. The commons category for media related to this entity is listed as "Tierärztliche Hochschule Berlin."

## References

1. National Library of Israel Names and Subjects Authority File