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'En Exil; L'ex-kronprinz en promenade dans l'ile de Wieringen, avec la bande d'enfants... 1918. Creator: Unknown
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'En Exil; L'ex-kronprinz en promenade dans l'ile de Wieringen, avec la bande d'enfants... 1918. Creator: Unknown
'En Exil; L'ex-kronprinz en promenade dans l'ile de Wieringen, avec la bande d'enfants qui lui fait habituellement escorte; a sa gauche, le secretaire devenu le personnage principal de sa "maison", 1918. From "L'Album de la Guerre 1914-1919, Volume 2" [L'Illustration, Paris, 1924]
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En Exil - Kaiser Wilhelm II of Germany and the Children's Escort on Wieringen Island, 1918
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This evocative photograph captures the poignant moment when the abdicated German Emperor Wilhelm II, once known as the "Kaiser," takes a leisurely stroll on Wieringen Island in the Netherlands with a group of children. The year is 1918, and the German Revolution has forced the emperor into exile. Wilhelm II, dressed in a casual suit and hat, is accompanied by his former secretary, who has now assumed a prominent role in his "household" during his time in exile. The children, dressed in their Sunday best, seem to bring a sense of joy and normalcy to the scene, offering a brief respite from the political turmoil that has upended the emperor's life. The photograph was published in "L'Album de la Guerre 1914-1919, Volume 2" by L'Illustration, a French publication based in Paris. The image offers a unique glimpse into the personal life of a monarch in exile, providing a poignant reminder of the human side of history. Wilhelm II, who was both the German Emperor and King of Prussia, had reigned from 1888 until his abdication in 1918. His exile in the Netherlands marked the end of an era, as the German monarchy was abolished and a new democratic government took power. The photograph serves as a testament to the complexities of history, highlighting the personal stories that often get lost amidst the larger political events. The photograph, with its timeless composition and evocative subject matter, continues to captivate viewers today, offering a glimpse into a moment in history that remains both intriguing and thought-provoking.
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