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(from left) Eduard Willy Kurt Herbert von Dirksen (1882-1955
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(from left) Eduard Willy Kurt Herbert von Dirksen (1882-1955
(from left) Eduard Willy Kurt Herbert von Dirksen (1882-1955) - German diplomat and Ambassador to the Soviet Union, standing behind Georgy Vasilyevich Chicherin (1872-1936), the first Peoples Commissar for Foreign Affairs in the Soviet government from March 1918 to July 1930. He is talking to a high-ranking German diplomat who (for now...) remains unidentified. Date: circa 1928
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Bowler Diplomacy Diplomat Diplomats Eduard Envoy Georgy Herbert Kurt Meeting Official Officials Soviet Vasilyevich Willy Chicherin
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In this intriguing photograph from the 1920s, German diplomat Eduard Willy Kurt Herbert von Dirksen (1882-1955) is seen in deep conversation with Georgy Vasilyevich Chicherin (1872-1936), the first People's Commissar for Foreign Affairs in the Soviet government from March 1918 to July 1930. The setting is likely a diplomatic meeting between the two nations, with Dirksen standing respectfully behind Chicherin, both men dressed in formal attire reflecting their high-ranking positions. Dirksen, a career diplomat, would go on to serve as the German Ambassador to the Soviet Union from 1927 to 1932. He is easily identified by his top hat, a common accessory for diplomats of the era. Chicherin, on the other hand, is seen wearing a bowler hat, a more common choice for Soviet officials during this time. The identity of the other German diplomat in the photograph remains a mystery, adding an element of intrigue to the image. The photograph offers a glimpse into the complex diplomatic relations between Germany and the Soviet Union during the 1920s, a time of political and economic instability in Europe. This photograph is a testament to the importance of diplomacy in shaping international relations and the critical role diplomats play in maintaining peace and stability between nations. The image captures a moment in history where two powerful figures come together to discuss the future of their countries and the world at large. The photograph is believed to have been taken circa 1928, during a time of heightened political tension and shifting alliances. The image is a valuable historical document, shedding light on the diplomatic interactions between Germany and the Soviet Union during a pivotal period in world history.
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