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The handing over of Bergedorf, 1420, (1936). Creator: Unknown
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The handing over of Bergedorf, 1420, (1936). Creator: Unknown
The handing over of Bergedorf, 1420, (1936). Ubergabe Der Feste Bergedorf. 1420. The Peace of Perleberg of 23 August 1420, stipulated that the German town of Bergedorf be ceded to the cities of Hamburg and Lubeck. From " Bilder Deutscher Geschichte", (Pictures of German History), No.12, cigarette card album. [Cigaretten-Bilderdienst, Altona-Bahrenfeld, Hamburg, Germany, 1936]
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Album Altona Bahrenfeld Bilder Deutscher Geschichte Cigaretten Bi Cigaretten Bilderdienst City Walls Conquering Defeat Defeated Fritz Hadank Hadank O H W Hadank Ohw Hadank Oskar Hermann Werner Handing Over Keys O H W O H W Hadank Ohw Hadank Oskar Hermann Werner Oskar Hermann Werner Hadank Town Wall Walled City Walled Town Walls
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This print captures a significant moment in history - "The handing over of Bergedorf, 1420". The image showcases the peaceful transfer of power between cities as stipulated by the Peace of Perleberg on 23 August 1420. In this scene, we witness the symbolic act of ceding the German town of Bergedorf to the cities of Hamburg and Lubeck. The photograph, taken in 1936, is part of a larger collection titled "Bilder Deutscher Geschichte" (Pictures of German History). It was featured in an album produced by Cigaretten-Bilderdienst in Altona-Bahrenfeld, Hamburg. The unknown creator skillfully captured this historical event with vibrant colors that bring life to the scene. Intriguingly, despite being set in the fifteenth century, this photograph bridges two distinct eras - both the medieval period and twentieth-century Germany. The composition depicts men dressed in traditional attire against a backdrop featuring city walls and keys symbolizing authority and control. As we delve into this image's details further, it becomes evident that it holds immense cultural value. It serves as a reminder not only of past conquests but also highlights how history shapes our present reality. This thought-provoking print invites us to reflect upon themes such as peace agreements, territorial disputes, and collective memory. Overall, this photograph offers us a glimpse into an important historical event while simultaneously reminding us that even centuries later; its impact continues to resonate within society today.
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