Carl Lutz at Batthyány Estate, 1944

In 1944, Carl Lutz stands outside the Batthyány estate in Bicske, Hungary, next to a vintage car. A chauffeur in uniform is nearby. The setting features a stone gate with a Swiss cross emblem, indicating a diplomatic association, amidst lush greenery. This site functioned as a Swiss refuge at the time, reflecting the era's historical context.

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FORTEPAN / Archiv für Zeitgeschichte ETH Zürich / Agnes Hirschi
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In 1944, Carl Lutz stands outside the Batthyány estate in Bicske, Hungary, next to a vintage car. A chauffeur in uniform is nearby. The setting features a stone gate with a Swiss cross emblem, indicating a diplomatic association, amidst lush greenery. This site functioned as a Swiss refuge at the time, reflecting the era's historical context.
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Carl Lutz at Batthyány Estate, 1944
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Ady Endre utca, Carl Lutz diplomata a Batthyány - birtok kapujánál (ekkor a svájci szövetség kiürítési szállása, ma gyermekotthon) .
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In 1944, Carl Lutz stands outside the Batthyány estate in Bicske, Hungary, next to a vintage car. A chauffeur in uniform is nearby. The setting features a stone gate with a Swiss cross emblem, indicating a diplomatic association, amidst lush greenery. This site functioned as a Swiss refuge at the time, reflecting the era's historical context.
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1944
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Hungary
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Bicske
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Archiv für Zeitgeschichte ETH Zürich / Agnes Hirschi
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Carl Lutz at Batthyány Estate, 1944
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In 1944, Carl Lutz stands outside the Batthyány estate in Bicske, Hungary, next to a vintage car. A chauffeur in uniform is nearby. The setting features a stone gate with a Swiss cross emblem, indicating a diplomatic association, amidst lush greenery. This site functioned as a Swiss refuge at the time, reflecting the era's historical context.
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Batthyány Estate
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Bicske
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Hungary
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diplomacy
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Swiss cross
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diplomatic relations
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historical figures
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vintage automobiles
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architecture
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nature
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World War II
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chauffeur
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vintage car
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Carl Lutz
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The image features two men positioned in front of an elegant vintage car at a gated entrance. The car, with its glossy black finish, has a distinguished front grille and chrome detailing. It is parked on a gravel path, clearly visible from the front. To the left, a man dressed in a classic chauffeur's uniform stands beside the car. His attire includes a dark jacket, trousers, and a cap, giving him a formal appearance. His expression is neutral as he looks slightly off to the side. To the right, another man, appearing more casually but still formally dressed, is wearing a light-colored suit. His trousers are neatly pressed and match his blazer, complemented by a collared shirt underneath. He is standing with one hand in his pocket, looking directly at the camera with a slight smile. The background features a large stone gate, partially opened, allowing access to a wooded area filled with lush greenery. The gate is flanked by two stone pillars adorned with a sign on the right. The sign has text in German and Hungarian, indicating some diplomatic association, with the Swiss cross emblem depicted prominently. The overall setting appears serene, likely on a sunny day, with bright light illuminating the scene. The trees in the background offer a dense, leafy backdrop, enhancing the sense of privacy and exclusivity at this location.
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Ady Endre utca, Carl Lutz diplomata a Batthyány - birtok kapujánál (ekkor a svájci szövetség kiürítési szállása, ma gyermekotthon) .