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Kaiser as a waiter: a WW1 peace conference imagined, 1915
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Kaiser as a waiter: a WW1 peace conference imagined, 1915
Taking orders: a forecast of the peace conference. Kaiser Wilhelm II is re-imagined as a waiter, taking orders from George V, Theodore Roosevelt and other leaders. Date: 1915
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Imagine if the leaders of the Great Powers during World War I had taken a break from the trenches and negotiating tables to enjoy a peaceful meal together, and Kaiser Wilhelm II had donned an apron as the head waiter. This humorous and imaginative photograph, taken in 1915, depicts Kaiser Wilhelm II serving up orders to King George V of England and President Theodore Roosevelt of the United States at a makeshift restaurant. The other attendees, including French Prime Minister Rene Viviani and Russian Tsar Nicholas II, look on with amusement as the German emperor takes their orders. This lighthearted image offers a fascinating glimpse into the possibilities of diplomacy during a time of great conflict. With the peace conference still months away and the outcome uncertain, the leaders may have found solace in a moment of levity and camaraderie. This photograph, taken from the extensive collection of Mary Evans Prints Online, reminds us that even in the midst of war, there is always room for a little humor and imagination.
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