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Serge Witte in his room at the Wentworth Hotel, Portsmouth, 1905. Creator: Unknown
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Serge Witte in his room at the Wentworth Hotel, Portsmouth, 1905. Creator: Unknown
Serge Witte in his room at the Wentworth Hotel, Portsmouth, 1905. Sergei Witte, Russian envoy to the Portsmouth Peace Conference, three-quarter length portrait, seated at a table, facing front
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In this striking photograph, Sergei Yulyevich Witte, the Russian envoy to the Portsmouth Peace Conference in 1905, is seen seated at a table in his room at the Wentworth Hotel in Portsmouth, New Hampshire, United States. The image captures Witte in a three-quarter length portrait, facing the camera with a direct gaze and a serious expression. His beard, which was a distinguishing feature of his appearance, frames his face and adds to his authoritative demeanor. The background of the photograph shows the interior of the room, with a window revealing a view of the hotel exterior and the surrounding landscape. The table in front of Witte is cluttered with papers and documents, suggesting the intense negotiations that were taking place during the conference. The Treaty of Portsmouth, which ended the Russo-Japanese War, was signed on September 5, 1905, and this photograph likely dates from around that time. Witte's presence at the conference was significant, as he played a key role in the negotiations and was instrumental in securing a peaceful resolution to the conflict. His diplomatic skills and political acumen were highly regarded, and he was a prominent figure in Russian politics at the time, having served as Russia's Prime Minister from 1892 to 1903. This photograph is a valuable historical document, offering a glimpse into the personal and professional life of a man who played a crucial role in shaping the political landscape of his time. It is a reminder of the importance of diplomacy and the role that individuals can play in resolving international conflicts. The image is a testament to the enduring power of photography as a means of capturing history and preserving the legacy of important figures.
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