An Ambassador Of The Vanquished - Albert De Broglie - Bog

""An Ambassador of the Vanquished: Viscount Elie De Gontaut-Biron�������s Mission to Berlin, 1871-1877"" is a historical book written by Albert De Broglie and first published in 1896. The book chronicles the diplomatic mission of Viscount Elie De Gontaut-Biron, a French ambassador, to Berlin during the years 1871-1877. During this time, Europe was still reeling from the Franco-Prussian War, which had ended in 1871 with France's defeat. As a result, relations between France and Germany were strained, and Gontaut-Biron's mission was to try and improve diplomatic ties between the two nations.The book provides a detailed account of Gontaut-Biron's experiences in Berlin, including his interactions with German officials and members of the royal family. It also covers the political and social climate of the time, including the rise of Bismarck and the formation of the German Empire. Through Gontaut-Biron's experiences, the book offers insights into the complex political and social dynamics of the era, as well as the challenges faced by diplomats tasked with improving relations between two nations that had been bitter enemies.Overall, ""An Ambassador of the Vanquished"" is a fascinating historical account that sheds light on a pivotal period in European history. It offers a unique perspective on the diplomatic efforts of the time and provides valuable insights into the challenges of diplomacy in the aftermath of a devastating war.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.