„Diplomat gentleman“. Maximilian Egon Hohenlohe-Langenburg ve světle nových dokumentů
"A Gentleman Diplomat". Maximilian Egon Hohenlohe-Langenburg in the Light of New Documents
Author(s): Miloš HořejšSubject(s): Political Sciences, Diplomatic history, Political history, Recent History (1900 till today), Interwar Period (1920 - 1939), WW II and following years (1940 - 1949)
Published by: Ústav pro studium totalitních režimů
Keywords: Maximilian Egon Hohenlohe-Langenburg; Runciman Mission; Sudeten German Party; Nazi Germany; diplomacy; restitution;
Summary/Abstract: Maximilian Egon Hohenlohe-Langenburg's life, intertwined with high-stakes diplomacy and aristocratic intrigue, reveals a man adept at leveraging his extensive international contacts for personal and political gain. His involvement in the Runciman Mission of 1938, aimed at mediating between the Czechoslovak government and the Sudeten German Party, showcases his strategic maneuvering amidst the rising tensions of pre-war Europe. Despite his aristocratic heritage, Hohenlohe navigated the complex landscape of Nazi Germany, maintaining connections with key figures like Göring and Himmler while also engaging with British diplomats. His post-war interactions with Czech and German authorities, seeking restitution for confiscated properties, further illustrate his relentless pursuit of personal interests. The document highlights his multifaceted role as a "diplomat gentleman," balancing loyalty, self-preservation, and the broader geopolitical shifts of the 20th century.
Journal: Paměť a dějiny
- Issue Year: XIX/2025
- Issue No: 01
- Page Range: 79-91
- Page Count: 13
- Language: Czech