Bethmann Collection

Theobald von Bethmann Hollweg, 1856 - 1921. German politician, statesman and Chancellor of the German Empire from 1909
2638467 Theobald von Bethmann Hollweg, 1856 - 1921. German politician, statesman and Chancellor of the German Empire from 1909 to 1917

Statue of Ariadne on the Panther by von Dannecker
Statue of Ariadne on the Panther (finished from 1810 to 1824), Bethmanns Museum, Frankfort-on-the-Main, Germany - carved by Johann Heinrich von Dannecker (1758-1841)

Theo Bethmann-Hollweg
THEOBALD THEODOR FRIEDRICH ALFRED VON BETHMANN-HOLLWEG German politician Date: 1856 - 1921

Cartoon, The useless trap, WW1
Cartoon, The useless trap. Kaiser Wilhelm asks Chancellor Bethmann if he thinks the enemy will recognise his dove, which is really a two-headed eagle with white feathers. Date: 1917

Cartoon, Chancellor Bethmann and his work, WW1
Cartoon, Chancellor Bethmann and his work, showing the German Chancellor, Theobald von Bethmann-Hollweg, replacing the German eagle with a duck (canard, an idiom for a hoax or rumour). Date: 1916

Cartoon, Men from The Moon, WW1
Cartoon, Men from The Moon, commenting on three neutral powers in the early weeks of the First World War (Holland, America and Italy), and how they are regarded by the German government

Cartoon, The Ultimaniac, showing a discussion between Kaiser Wilhelm II (seated, left) and his Chancellor, Theobald von Bethmann-Hollweg

Cartoon, More Hands Wanted, WW1
Cartoon, More Hands Wanted. Showing Admiral von Tirpitz, Von Gwinner (Deutsche Bank), Kaiser Wilhelm, Von Bethmann-Hollweg and Field Marshal Von der Goltz struggling with the war

GERMANY: REICHSTAG, 1917. The Reichstag in session, 1917. Theobald von Bethmann-Hollweg is seated on the platform on the left

WWI: REICHSTAG, 1914. German chancellor Theobald von Bethmann-Hollweg announcing the inevitability of war, at the start of World War I, 1914

GERMAN MOBILIZATION, 1914. Document ordering mobilization of the German Army and Navy on a war footing by 1 August 1914, signed by Kaiser Wilhelm II and Chancellor Bethmann Hollweg

T. von BETHMANN HOLLWEG (1856-1921). Theobald Theodor Friedrich Alfred von Bethmann Hollweg. German politician. Lithograph, c1915

A portrait of German generals sitting and standing around a table with a large map. 1910s

Bethmann-Hollweg (Col)
THEOBALD BETHMANN-HOLLWEG German soldier and statesman

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"Bethmann: A Legacy of Leadership, Art, and Satire" "Portrait of Simon Moritz von Bethmann with his two nephews Johann Philipp: A glimpse into the family ties that shaped a legacy. " "Statue of Ariadne on the Panther by von Dannecker: Symbolizing strength and resilience – qualities echoed in the Bethmann lineage. " "Theo Bethmann-Hollweg: Carrying forward the torch of leadership with unwavering determination. " "Cartoon, The useless trap, WW1: Unveiling the satirical lens through which Chancellor Bethmann's decisions were scrutinized during World War I. " Chancellor Bethmann and his work, WW1: Exploring the complexities faced by a leader amidst global turmoil. " Men from The Moon, WW1: Reflecting on how imagination intertwined with reality during times of war under Chancellor Bethmann's tenure. " The Ultimaniac: Shedding light on political dynamics and power struggles during an era dominated by Chancellor Bethmann's influence. " More Hands Wanted, WW1: Illustrating the challenges faced by Germany as it sought support and resources under Chancellor Bethmann's guidance in World War I. " "GERMANY: REICHSTAG 1917 - Witnessing history unfold within the hallowed halls where important decisions were made under Chancellor Bethmann's watchful eye. " "WWI: REICHSTAG 1914 - German chancellor Theobald von Bethmann-Hollweg announcing pivotal moments that would shape Europe’s destiny forever. " “GERMAN MOBILIZATION 1914 - Document ordering mobilization of the German Army reveals crucial decisions made under T. von BETHMANN HOLLWEG’s leadership. ” “T.