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Meeting of the arbitrators on the Alabama Claims, Geneva, Switzerland, c1865-c1870
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Meeting of the arbitrators on the Alabama Claims, Geneva, Switzerland, c1865-c1870
Meeting of the arbitrators on the Alabama Claims, Geneva, Switzerland, c1865-c1870. The Alabama Claims were a series of claims for damages by the government of the US against the government of Great Britain for the perceived covert assistance given to the Confederate cause during the American Civil War
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American Civil War Arbitration Claim Claimant Claiming Compensation Confederate Geneva Meeting Switzerland Alabama Claims Arbitrator
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This print captures a significant moment in history - the Meeting of the arbitrators on the Alabama Claims in Geneva, Switzerland, during the years 1865 to 1870. The Alabama Claims were a series of claims made by the United States government against Great Britain for their alleged covert assistance to the Confederate cause during the American Civil War. In this engraving, we see a group of distinguished men gathered around a table, deep in discussion. These individuals are none other than the arbitrators who were tasked with resolving these contentious claims for damages. Their serious expressions and intense focus reflect both the gravity of their task and their commitment to justice. The image is rendered in monochrome, adding an air of timelessness that befits such an important historical event. It serves as a reminder of how conflicts can transcend borders and require international arbitration to find resolution. As we gaze upon this photograph, we cannot help but ponder on concepts such as war, compensation, and justice. It reminds us that even amidst great turmoil and conflict, there are avenues available for peaceful resolution through dialogue and negotiation. Credit must be given to Unknown (creator) for capturing this powerful moment from our past. Thanks to The Print Collector's preservation efforts at Heritage Images, we can now appreciate this piece of history that sheds light on one aspect of post-Civil War reconciliation between nations.
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