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Le retour a la paix; Au chateau de Saint-Germain, dans la salle de l'Age de Pierre, le 10... 1919. Creator: Unknown
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Le retour a la paix; Au chateau de Saint-Germain, dans la salle de l'Age de Pierre, le 10... 1919. Creator: Unknown
Le retour a la paix; Au chateau de Saint-Germain, dans la salle de l'Age de Pierre, le 10 septembre 1919: le chancelier autrichien Karl Renner signe le traite de paix, 1919. From "L'Album de la Guerre 1914-1919, Volume 2" [L'Illustration, Paris, 1924]
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EDITORS COMMENTS
Le Retour a la Paix" (The Return to Peace) is an evocative photograph capturing a pivotal moment in history, taken in the Salle de l'Age de Pierre (Hall of the Stone Age) at the Château de Saint-Germain-en-Laye, France, on September 10, 1919. The image, from "L'Album de la Guerre 1914-1919, Volume 2" by L'Illustration, Paris, 1924, depicts Austrian Chancellor Karl Renner signing the Treaty of Saint-Germain-en-Layes. This significant event marked the end of the First World War for Austria and the beginning of the postwar era. The photograph captures a group of diplomats and military personnel gathered around the negotiating table, all focused intently on the proceedings. Renner, dressed in formal attire, sits at the head of the table, signing the treaty with a solemn expression. The ornate decor of the Salle de l'Age de Pierre, with its high ceilings and intricate stonework, adds a sense of grandeur and importance to the scene. The Treaty of Saint-Germain-en-Laye imposed significant territorial losses and military disarmament on Austria, reflecting the harsh realities of the postwar world. The photograph serves as a poignant reminder of the political and diplomatic maneuverings that took place during the peace negotiations following the devastating First World War. The photograph is a testament to the power of diplomacy and the importance of peaceful resolution in the face of conflict. It captures a moment in history that continues to resonate today, as the world grapples with the complexities of international relations and the pursuit of peace.
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