George Franckenstein letters, 1902-1904 (bulk 1902).

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George Franckenstein letters, 1902-1904 (bulk 1902).

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The collection consists of 19 letters in German from George to his sister, Poldy (Leopoldine), as well as one letter to his brother Clemens, a musician, and two from Clemens to Poldy, dated 1902-1904. The letters include insightful, witty observations of life and events in the places George travels, notably the United States. An aristocrat as well as a diplomat, George met many notables during his travels in the United States and Europe. Includes typed English summaries and some translations.

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Franckenstein, Leopoldine,

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Franckenstein, Clemens ˜vonœ 1875-1942

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Epithet: German composer British Library Archives and Manuscripts Catalogue : Person : Description : ark:/81055/vdc_100000000758.0x000364 German conductor and composer. From the description of Autograph letter signed, dated : Munich, 16 September 1921, to [Otto] Eckermann, 1921 Sept. 16. (Unknown). WorldCat record id: 270577512 ...

Franckenstein, George, Sir, 1878-

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George Franckenstein was an Austrian ambassador, and later a British subject who was knighted. A career diplomat, he traveled widely, including an assignment in Paris after World War I to receive the peace terms imposed on Austria by the Allies. After the war, he became the first legate to Great Britain, and held the office until Germany superseded Austria's independence. He published his memoir in 1939. From the description of George Franckenstein letters, 1902-1904 (bulk 1902). (Pe...