Mackensen and Bismarck in German Power Struggles
A historical profile argues Field Marshal von Mackensen and his half brother the German emperor shaped Germany’s military success and autocratic rule. It contrasts Mackensen’s battlefield prowess with Bismarck’s political design that centralized Prussia and forged the empire, prompting 19th century reaction against liberal movements.
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The Iron Chancellor Who Kept German Chains Tight
The piece traces Bismarck as the force behind Prussian autocracy, arguing he steadied the monarchy and delayed Germany’s push for constitutional reform amid 19th century European liberal waves. It frames him as a key reactionary who used the king’s authority to sustain absolutism.
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Prussia
Europe
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Schleswig-Holstein
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England
Port Uma
Vk the Great
Women Letters From Home Stir War Sentiment In Soldiers
Mrs Edward Vickers a Boston war worker recalls letters from American women to soldiers in France. She warns such notes often carry anxiety and grief, urging cheerfulness and news of home wartime efforts like Red Cross drives. She urges nurses abroad only if properly qualified and stresses home letters should lift morale.
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Europe
Edward Vickers
Boston
United States
England
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Red Cross
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Tommy Atkins Does Not Sing Quarter as Much as Is Believed
A July 23 article argues the popular image of endlessly singing British troops in France is overstated. It notes that modern training curbs marching songs as journeys grow longer and packs heavier, reducing vocal endurance once troops reach France with full gear.
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France
Tommy Atkins
Bellevied
Fremce
Move to Stockholm and Save Nearly All of Your Salary
Food shortage in Stockholm drives prices to extreme levels with tea at 21 a pound and potatoes selling for 1.20 a quart. Rations are tiny with coffee 3% ounces per person and butter about one ounce weekly. Vegetables scarce, beef and mutton priced high, pork unavailable since May, peaches scarce as seasonal fruit.
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