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Komura and Takahira arriving at peace conference building, 1905. Creator: Unknown
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Komura and Takahira arriving at peace conference building, 1905. Creator: Unknown
Komura and Takahira arriving at peace conference building, 1905
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In this evocative photograph, Baron Jutaro Komura and Marquis Kogoro Takahira of Japan make their grand entrance at the Portsmouth Peace Conference building in New Hampshire, United States, in 1905. The historic event marked the end of the Russo-Japanese War, a significant turning point in Asian history. The two Japanese diplomats, dressed in formal Western attire, step out of an open-topped automobile, exuding an air of confidence and determination. Komura, wearing a dark suit and hat, looks resolute as he adjusts his coat, while Takahira, in a lighter suit and bowler hat, smiles and waves to the crowd. The cars, a novelty at the time, add to the sense of modernity and progress. The Peace Conference, held in the United States, brought together representatives from Japan and Russia to negotiate a peace treaty following the Russo-Japanese War. The meeting of frontiers between Asia and the West is captured in this image, with the diplomats' Western clothing juxtaposed against the backdrop of the American landscape. The photograph, a testament to the rich heritage of diplomacy and international relations, is a fascinating glimpse into the past. It offers a unique perspective on the fashion of the early 20th century, as well as the pivotal role that Japan played on the global stage during this period. The image, from the Library of Congress, is a valuable addition to any collection of historical photographs, and a reminder of the enduring importance of diplomacy in shaping the world we live in today.
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