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Prince Bismarck

German statesman, referenced for his policies and statements on power politics.

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Also known as Bismarck

First appearance: the great illusion

Prince Bismarck shows up with force in VI: The Indemnity Futility. The page is where that presence becomes real.

Mentioned in the context of the disillusionment following the Franco-German War, implying his perspective on the war's outcome.
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In VI: The Indemnity Futility: Mentioned in the context of the disillusionment following the Franco-German War, implying his perspective on the war's outcome. Later, in Part III: The Practical Outcome: Mentioned in the…

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RBRobert Blatchf…MJM. J. NovikowTRTheodore Roose…HLHomer LeaPBPrince Bismarck

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  • Naval Power Advocates

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  • Setup
  • Escalation
  • Breaking point
  • Aftermath
  • Closing

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