Chapter 199
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May 31, 1941
Central Netherlands, near Utrecht – Doorn House
Wilhelm II was already perceived in Germany as the main culprit for the defeat in the last great war, and on top of that, he had been denying the legitimacy of Emperor Wilhelm III and the German government formed by the people.
The incident where Wilhelm II threw a wine glass during his conversation with Erich Kordt sent his already poor reputation plummeting to rock bottom.
This is why Emperor Wilhelm III, the nominal head of state, cannot easily travel to the Netherlands.
But it is difficult as a human being to turn a blind eye when a father is dying and asking for his son and Chancellor, so I came in his stead.
“Welcome, Minister. Welcome to the Netherlands.”
“Thank you for such a warm welcome, Minister.”