| Author |
Gerard, James W. (James Watson), 1867-1951 |
| Title |
My Four Years in Germany
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 52.1 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
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| Credits |
Robert J. Hall
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| Summary |
"My Four Years in Germany" by James W. Gerard is a historical account written during the early 20th century, providing an insightful perspective on Germany just before and during World War I. The narrative follows James W. Gerard's experiences as the U.S. Ambassador to Germany from 1913 to 1917, elucidating the intricacies of German society, politics, and military culture during a tumultuous period. The opening of the memoir sets the stage for Gerard's appointment as Ambassador and his initial challenges in navigating the political landscape of Germany. He recounts his journey aboard the "Imperator" and details his interactions with notable figures, emphasizing the diplomatic intricacies of his role. With keen observations, Gerard introduces significant political events, including public sentiments surrounding militarism and the imminent war, while outlining the societal dynamics he encountered, making clear the contrasts between public perception and the military's powerful influence in the German Empire. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
D501: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: World War I (1914-1918)
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| Subject |
World War, 1914-1918 -- Germany
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| Subject |
United States -- Foreign relations -- Germany
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| Subject |
Germany -- Foreign relations -- United States
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
7238 |
| Release Date |
Jan 1, 2005 |
| Most Recently Updated |
May 10, 2022 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads |
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