WW1 - The German Ambassador to France delivers ultimatum
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WW1 - The German Ambassador to France delivers ultimatum
Baron Wilhelm von Schoen, German ambassador in Paris at the beginning of World War I assuring interim for Foreign Affairs M. Jean-Baptiste Bienvenu-Martin and Philippe Berthelot, by reading a communication from the German government backing Austria and declaring that if the conflict does not remain localised, " the most serious consequences" are to be feared. Date: 1914
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This evocative photograph captures a pivotal moment in world history as Baron Wilhelm von Schoen, the German Ambassador to France, delivers an ominous ultimatum to French diplomats Jean-Baptiste Bienvenu-Martin and Philippe Berthelot on July 28, 1914. The scene unfolds at the Quai d'Orsay in Paris, where Schoen, a distinguished diplomat, is seen leaning over a desk, intently reading from a communication received from the German government. The communication backed Austria's stance against Serbia, and warned of dire consequences should the conflict escalate beyond the Balkans. Bienvenu-Martin and Berthelot, both interim Foreign Affairs ministers at the time, listened attentively as Schoen spoke, their expressions revealing a sense of unease and gravity. The room was filled with an air of tension and uncertainty, as the diplomats grappled with the implications of Germany's stance. This image serves as a poignant reminder of the delicate diplomatic maneuvers that preceded the outbreak of World War I. The situation was already dangerous, with tensions between the major European powers reaching a boiling point. Schoen's ultimatum was a clear indication that war was imminent, and the "most serious consequences" he spoke of would soon come to pass. The photograph is a testament to the intricacies of diplomacy and the high stakes involved in international relations. It provides a glimpse into the past, offering a unique perspective on the events that led to one of the most cataclysmic conflicts in human history.
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