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My Four Years in Germany Exile of Gerard From Berlin
James W. Gerard recounts the break of diplomatic relations between the United States and Germany in early 1917. He details Zimmermann s note, the German government s attempts to secure his signature on a treaty, his refusal, and the transit of the American embassy party out of Berlin via Switzerland. The narrative blends personal encounter, political maneuvering, and the dangerous climate for American diplomats.
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