1953 Press Photo Dr. James B. Conant, US ambassador to Germany

Opening of the 2nd European Week in Passau, Lower Bavaria, Southern Germany: On 14 Aug. 1953, the 2nd European Week was opened at Passau, in presence of high ranking diplomats from the USA, Great Britain, the Netherlands, Germany, and Austria. The scope of the 2nd European Week is European Unity and the cultivation of "the spirit of the occident".Photo shows Dr. James B. Conant, US ambassador to Germany, addresses the opening speech to his audience.

Photo measures 6 x 8 inches.

Photo is dated 8-18-1953.



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