#WW101 —Correspondence between cousins Kaiser Wilhelm II & Czar Nicholas of Russia on this day, 100 years ago. Czar Nicholas of Russia July 28, 1914 telegram to Kaiser Wilhelm II of Germany: “In this most serious moment I appeal to you to help me. An ignoble war has been declared to a weak country. The indignation in Russia shared fully by me is enormous. I foresee that very soon I shall be overwhelmed by the pressure brought upon me and be forced to take extreme measures which will lead to war. To try and avoid such a calamity as a European war, I beg you in the name of our old friendship to do what you can to stop your allies from going too far. Nicky.” The Kaisers reply: “With regard to the hearty and tender friendship which binds us both from long ago with firm ties, I am exerting my utmost influence to arrive at a satisfactory understanding with you. I confidently hope you will help me in my efforts to smooth over difficulties that may still arise. Your very sincere and devoted friend and cousin. Willy”
Posted on: Mon, 28 Jul 2014 13:30:00 +0000
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