The Visit of the German Crown Prince to Romanian Sovereign (April, 1909)
The Visit of the German Crown Prince to Romanian Sovereign (April, 1909)
Author(s): Codruța ȘoroagăSubject(s): History, Diplomatic history, Military history, Political history, Recent History (1900 till today), Pre-WW I & WW I (1900 -1919)
Published by: Editura Universităţii »Alexandru Ioan Cuza« din Iaşi
Keywords: Prince Frederic Wilhelm; Wilhelm II; Carol I; Bucharest; Ferdinand;
Summary/Abstract: This study analyzes the implications of Prince Frederic Wilhelm's visit to Romania in the spring of 1909. The Romanian royal family wanted a rapproche- ment with Germany and hoped that an imperial visit to Bucharest would help increase Berlin's influence in the area. In fact, King Carol often expressed his disappointment at the fact that the German Emperor could not find time to visit Bucharest. The study presents the details of the organization of the visit, the protocol, analyzes the key moments and implications for the relations between the two states. In such moments, each gesture has its importance and symbolism. The visit was accompanied by all the ceremonies that were required at that time, such as religious services, military parades, the handing over of decorations. Trips outside Bucharest were also organized, such as to Slănic Prahova, Bușteni or Târgoviște.
Journal: East European Journal and Diplomatic History
- Issue Year: 2020
- Issue No: 6-7
- Page Range: 53-73
- Page Count: 21
- Language: English
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