Ten Years Near the German Frontier: A Retrospect and a Warning by Egan
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"Ten Years Near the German Frontier: A Retrospect and a Warning" by Maurice Francis Egan is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The book provides a reflection on Egan's experiences as the United States Minister to Denmark, detailing the geopolitical tensions surrounding Danish territories and German ambitions during a tumultuous period in European history. The text serves as both a retrospective of his diplomatic encounters and a cautionary tale
regarding the dangers posed by aggressive nationalistic policies. At the start of the narrative, Egan introduces the central conflict between Denmark and Prussia, specifically focusing on the contentious history surrounding the acquisition of Slesvig and the broader implications for European stability. He reflects on the historical injustices faced by Denmark as it grappled with the threat of German dominance, exploring the political dynamics and the sentiment among both Danish citizens and their royal family. Egan emphasizes the significance of understanding the past to navigate the present and future, urging readers to recognize the pressing need for awareness of international relations, especially for smaller nations threatened by larger powers. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Egan, Maurice Francis, 1852-1924 |
|---|---|
| Title | Ten Years Near the German Frontier: A Retrospect and a Warning |
| Credits |
Produced by The Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This book was produced from scanned images of public domain material from the Google Print project.) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 68.1 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | DD: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Germany |
| LoC Class | DL: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Northern Europe, Scandinavia |
| Subject | Propaganda, German |
| Subject | Courts and courtiers |
| Subject | Denmark -- Foreign relations -- Germany |
| Subject | Germany -- Foreign relations -- Denmark |
| Subject | United States Virgin Islands |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 36412 |
| Release Date | Jun 14, 2011 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 516 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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