“It is a study of Bismarck as one of the Makers of Modern Europe and of the German nation and Empire”
Otto von Bismarck, born to a wealthy family in Schoenhausen on April 1, 1815, is recognized as the founder of the German Empire. After his death, German nationalists would erect hundreds of monuments memorializing his strong leadership style, while many historians would praise him for his moderate approach to the unification process.
This biography, one of the first works written by esteemed historian Sir Charles Grant Robertson, presents an in-depth look at the many facets of the man who united Germany “by iron and blood”. Here is Bismarck the military strategist, the master of foreign affairs and equally importantly, the major force in social and economic reform.
This book was originally published as part of the series, “The Makers of the Nineteenth Century”, by Henry Holt and Company in 1919.
"Bismarck" by C. Grant Robertson
4 quotes from Mr. Bismarck:
"I have seen three emperors in their nakedness, and the sight was not inspiring."
"Laws are like sausages, it is better not to see them being made."
"Never believe anything in politics until it has been officially denied."
"We Germans fear God and nothing else in the world!" -Bismarck Addresses the Reichstag (February 6, 1888)
Here's a great video probably done by a student for class, but it does show you the reach of Bismarck and some amazing art with some great music too (probably German.) Enjoy learning more about Mr. Bismarck!
BBC History page for Otto Von Bismarck
Telegraph UK January 31, 2012 has an article about an actual recording of Otto Van Bismarck from Thomas Edison's collection "Otto von Bismarck brought back to life thanks to Thomas Edison recording"
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