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Belongings of Count J.H. Von Bernstorff being removed from the German Embassy, Washington DC, 1917. Creator: Harris & Ewing. Belongings of Count J.H. Von Bernstorff being removed from the German Embassy, Washington DC, 1917
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Belongings of Count J.H. Von Bernstorff being removed from the German Embassy, Washington DC, 1917. Creator: Harris & Ewing. Belongings of Count J.H. Von Bernstorff being removed from the German Embassy, Washington DC, 1917
Belongings of Count J.H. Von Bernstorff being removed from the German Embassy, Washington DC, 1917. First World War: Johann Heinrich von Bernstorff was German ambassador to the United States from 1908 to 1917. He left the US on 3 February 1917, after President Woodrow Wilson severed diplomatic relations with Germany
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In this historic photograph by Harris & Ewing, the belongings of Count Johann Heinrich von Bernstorff, the German ambassador to the United States from 1908 to 1917, are being removed from the German Embassy in Washington D.C. in 1917. The image captures a pivotal moment during the First World War, as diplomatic relations between Germany and the United States were severed. Count von Bernstorff, who is seen in previous photographs wearing a formal suit and top hat, had left the US on 3 February 1917, following President Woodrow Wilson's decision to break off diplomatic ties with Germany. In this photograph, his possessions are being carefully loaded onto bicycles and other forms of transportation, likely provided by the Adams Express Company, for removal from the embassy. The scene outside the embassy building is bustling with activity, with men in work clothes and hats moving crates and other items. The glass negatives of this photograph, which were taken by Harris Ewing and Martha Ewing Kuntze, provide a unique glimpse into history, capturing the industrial process of moving the ambassador's belongings from one location to another. The image is a testament to the era's transportation methods and the logistical challenges of moving large quantities of items during a time of political upheaval. The bicycles, which were a common mode of transportation in the early 20th century, add an interesting contrast to the formal attire of the diplomat whose belongings they are transporting. This photograph is a valuable addition to the Harris Ewing Collection at the Library of Congress, which documents the social, political, and cultural history of the United States during the early 20th century. The collection includes a diverse range of subjects, from portraits of prominent figures to scenes of everyday life, making it an invaluable resource for historians and researchers.
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