1935 HANS LUTHER GERMAN AMBASSADOR POTASH SYNDICATE Original Photo

Description: Size: 7x10 inch Condition: All photos in this series are in good to excellent condition for their age, unless otherwise outlined here. Photos of any major imperfections will be included. HERR HANS LUTHER, GERMAN AMBASSADOR TO THE U.S., and HERR AUGUST DIEHN, Director-General of the Potash Syndicate, of Berlin, photographed after they left the White House subsequent to a conference with President Roosevelt. Harris & Ewing. 5/8/35 Hans Luther served as the German Ambassador to the United States during a critical period in the lead-up to World War II. After this meeting with President Roosevelt, Luther continued to be involved in diplomatic efforts but faced increasing challenges as tensions rose between Germany and the U.S. His tenure was marked by the growing influence of the Nazi regime, and he eventually returned to Germany in 1937, where he assumed various roles, including serving as the Governor of Berlin. August Diehn, on the other hand, was involved in the potash industry, which was significant for fertilizers and other chemical products. Industrial developments in Germany continued to evolve during this time, impacting economic conditions leading into the war. === This 7x10 inch original type 1 (from original negative) photograph is from the personal collection of photographer Wes Howland (1906-1956). Howland was a reporter with the Harris-Ewing news service in Washington D.C from 1931-1941, and went on to serve with the military. He was one of a small number of photographers with complete access to the White House, Capitol, Senate, and House. This photo was part of a collection of over 1200 large photos from Wes Howland personal archive that we acquired from his estate. Included with the lot was the following note from a relative: "Periodically he would send his glossys to his mother. Soon after (joining the Marines) the newspaper of Harris & Ewing went out of business. As far as I know, the hundreds of pictures he took and sent his mother are one of a kind, and the only ones in existence. No prints have ever been made. I inherited them from my grandmother." Not only did Mr Howland have incredible access to the government figures of the day but he was a highly skilled photographer who produced some stunning historical images and documented Washington D.C. in the 1930s like few others. We are happy to offer discounts if you order multiple photos. Simply send us discounted offers on each photo that you would like to purchase. We are happy to combine shipping and refund any excess paid.

Price: 32 USD

Location: Carlsbad, California

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