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Peace conference, 18 Jan 1919. Creator: Bain News Service
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Peace conference, 18 Jan 1919. Creator: Bain News Service
Peace conference, 18 Jan 1919. Participants in the Paris Peace Conference (Versailles Peace Conference) meeting in the Salon de l'Horloge (Clock room), Quai d'Orsay, French Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Paris, France. President Poincare of France is shown giving his opening address, January 18, 1919
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1919 7th Arrondissement Chandelier Conference Diplomacy Diplomatic Formal January Ministry Month Mr Poincare Official Opening Paris Ile De France France Peace Conference Poincare Raymond President Poincare Quai Dorsay Raymond Poincare Representative Bain George Graham Bain News Service George Graham Bain Ministry Of Foreign Affairs Paris Peace Conference Press Photography
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This powerful print captures a historic moment at the Peace conference on 18 Jan 1919 in Paris, France. The participants of the Paris Peace Conference, also known as the Versailles Peace Conference, are gathered in the elegant Salon de l'Horloge (Clock room) at the French Ministry of Foreign Affairs. President Poincare of France is seen delivering his opening address with great gravitas.
The image exudes a sense of formality and importance as these diplomats and politicians come together to discuss peace after the devastation of World War I. The chandelier hanging above them adds to the grandeur of the setting, emphasizing the weightiness of their task.
In this snapshot frozen in time, we see men from different countries and backgrounds united by a common goal - to negotiate for peace and stability in a war-torn world. Their expressions range from serious to contemplative, reflecting the gravity of their responsibilities.
As we look back on this momentous occasion through this photograph by Bain News Service, we are reminded of both the challenges faced by these leaders and their dedication to finding diplomatic solutions. It serves as a poignant reminder that even amidst conflict, there is always hope for reconciliation and understanding.
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