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Emperor Wilhelm II of Germany (left) in Russian uniform, and Tsar Nicholas II of Russia... 1905. Creator: Photo studio Franz Kühn, Berlin
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Emperor Wilhelm II of Germany (left) in Russian uniform, and Tsar Nicholas II of Russia... 1905. Creator: Photo studio Franz Kühn, Berlin
Emperor Wilhelm II of Germany (left) in Russian uniform, and Tsar Nicholas II of Russia (right) in Prussian uniform in Bjorko, 1905. Private Collection
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In this intriguing photograph, taken in 1905, we find two monarchs of Europe standing side by side, Emperor Wilhelm II of Germany on the left, and Tsar Nicholas II of Russia on the right. The setting for this historic meeting was the yacht "Polar Star" anchored in the Finnish archipelago of Bjorko. The Treaty of Bjorko, also known as the Treaty of Koivisto, was signed on August 3, 1905, following the Russo-Japanese War, which marked a significant turning point in the political landscape of Europe. Emperor Wilhelm II is depicted in a Russian naval uniform, a gesture of solidarity and friendship towards his Russian counterpart. Tsar Nicholas II, on the other hand, wears a Prussian uniform, symbolizing the long-standing military alliance between the two countries. The Tsar's decision to wear the Prussian uniform was a deliberate move to emphasize the historical ties between Russia and Germany. The photograph was taken at the Photo Studio Franz Kühn in Berlin, which was renowned for its high-quality lithographs and portraits of the European aristocracy. The image captures the moment of camaraderie and diplomacy between the two monarchs, a brief respite from the geopolitical tensions that would eventually lead to World War I. The photograph is a testament to the complex web of alliances and diplomacy that characterized European politics at the turn of the 20th century. It is a poignant reminder of the last days of the Romanov and Hohenzollern dynasties, both of which would be brought to an end by the tumultuous events of the First World War. This photograph, a precious piece of history, is now part of a private collection, preserving the memory of a bygone era and the intricate dance of diplomacy that shaped Europe's destiny.
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