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Meeting of the Reorganisation Commission in Konigsberg, 9 July 1807, (1936)
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Meeting of the Reorganisation Commission in Konigsberg, 9 July 1807, (1936)
Meeting of the Reorganisation Commission in Konigsberg, 9 July 1807, (1936). Sitzung Der Reorganisationskommission in Konigsberg, 9 Juli 1807. The commission for military reorganisation, part of the Prussian Reform Movement, took place at Konigsberg (now Kaliningrad, Russia). The two men in the foreground are General August Neidhart, Count of Gneisenau, and Gerhard von Scharnhorst, Chief of the Prussian General Staff. The man in civilian dress is Heinrich Friedrich Karl vom und zum Stein who introduced the Prussian reforms that paved the way for the unification of Germany. From " Bilder Deutscher Geschichte", (Pictures of German History), No.12, cigarette card album. [Cigaretten-Bilderdienst, Altona-Bahrenfeld, Hamburg, Germany, 1936]
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The photograph captures a significant moment in history, depicting the Meeting of the Reorganisation Commission in Konigsberg on 9 July 1807. This meeting was a crucial part of the Prussian Reform Movement and took place at Konigsberg, which is now known as Kaliningrad in Russia. The two prominent figures in the foreground are General August Neidhart, Count of Gneisenau, and Gerhard von Scharnhorst, Chief of the Prussian General Staff. Interestingly, among these military leaders stands Heinrich Friedrich Karl vom und zum Stein dressed in civilian attire. He played a pivotal role by introducing Prussian reforms that ultimately paved the way for the unification of Germany. His presence signifies his influence on this important gathering. The image is taken from "Bilder Deutscher Geschichte" (Pictures of German History), No. 12 cigarette card album published by Cigaretten-Bilderdienst in Altona-Bahrenfeld, Hamburg, Germany in 1936. The photograph itself dates back to either the 19th or early 20th century. This print offers us a glimpse into an era where discussions about military reorganization and political reform were shaping not only Prussia but also laying foundations for future German unification. It serves as a reminder of how historical events can shape nations and pave new paths towards progress and unity.
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