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President Theodore Roosevelt of the United States of America and the German Kaiser Wilhelm II
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President Theodore Roosevelt of the United States of America and the German Kaiser Wilhelm II
BAL41668 President Theodore Roosevelt of the United States of America and the German Kaiser Wilhelm II, in the dispute over the German Blockade of Venezuela, 1902 by Ferris, Jean Leon Gerome (1863-1930); Smithsonian Institution, Washington DC, USA; (add.info.: attempt to make Venezuelas President Cipriano Castro to recognise his countrys financial obligations; Roosevelt (1858-1919); Wilhelm (1859-1941); British warships also involved; Roosevelt corollary to the Monroe Doctrine; ); American, out of copyright
Media ID 12878134
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Argument Diplomacy Discussion Fireplace Globe Leaders Monroe Doctrine Relations Statesmen Top Hat
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This print captures a historic moment between two influential leaders of their time - President Theodore Roosevelt of the United States of America and the German Kaiser Wilhelm II. The image depicts them engaged in a heated discussion, surrounded by symbols of power and authority. In 1902, tensions arose over Germany's blockade of Venezuela, as they sought to pressure President Cipriano Castro into recognizing his country's financial obligations. This dispute drew the attention of not only these two powerful nations but also British warships. President Roosevelt, known for his assertive foreign policy approach encapsulated in the Roosevelt Corollary to the Monroe Doctrine, stands tall with a globe symbolizing global influence. He exudes confidence and determination while holding onto his cane, ready to defend American interests. Kaiser Wilhelm II represents Germany with equal vigor. His top hat adds an air of sophistication as he engages in this high-stakes diplomatic argument. The study's grand fireplace serves as a backdrop to this intense exchange between statesmen from different continents. This photograph is not just an artistic masterpiece; it also reflects the complex nature of international relations during that era. It showcases how diplomacy played out among world leaders striving to protect their countries' interests while navigating delicate relationships on a global stage.
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