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Kaiser Wilhelm II on palace balcony, Berlin, WW1
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Kaiser Wilhelm II on palace balcony, Berlin, WW1
Kaiser Wilhelm II (1859-1941), German Emperor, on the balcony of the Royal Palace in Berlin after the order for mobilisation, to confirm that Germany was declaring war on Russia. Date: 1 August 1914
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Balcony Beginning Berlin Confirm Confirming Declaration Declaring Kaiser Mobilisation Order Start Wilhelm Ww 1
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This evocative photograph captures a pivotal moment in world history as Kaiser Wilhelm II (1859-1941), the German Emperor, appears on the balcony of Berlin's Royal Palace on August 1, 1914. The occasion marked the confirmation of Germany's order for mobilization, signaling the beginning of World War I and the declaration of war against Russia. The image portrays a determined and resolute Kaiser, dressed in military uniform, addressing the large crowd gathered below. With tension in the air and the ominous clouds looming overhead, the scene underscores the gravity of the situation and the impending conflict that would engulf Europe and the world. The photograph offers a poignant glimpse into the past, capturing the historical significance of the moment when Germany took the first decisive step towards war.
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