Carl Lutz at the former British Embassy, Budapest, 1945
Capturing a post-war moment in 1945, this image shows Carl Lutz, a Swiss diplomat, amidst a group in front of a damaged building in Budapest. The somber gathering reflects the impact of war, with people in varied attire, including uniforms and long coats, amid debris and destruction, indicative of the city's state after conflict.
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FORTEPAN / Archiv für Zeitgeschichte ETH Zürich / Agnes Hirschi
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Capturing a post-war moment in 1945, this image shows Carl Lutz, a Swiss diplomat, amidst a group in front of a damaged building in Budapest. The somber gathering reflects the impact of war, with people in varied attire, including uniforms and long coats, amid debris and destruction, indicative of the city's state after conflict.
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Carl Lutz at the former British Embassy, Budapest, 1945
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a Táncsics Mihály (Verbőczy) utca 1., a korábbi brit követség udvara, balra világos kabátban Carl Lutz svájci diplomata.
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Capturing a post-war moment in 1945, this image shows Carl Lutz, a Swiss diplomat, amidst a group in front of a damaged building in Budapest. The somber gathering reflects the impact of war, with people in varied attire, including uniforms and long coats, amid debris and destruction, indicative of the city's state after conflict.
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1945
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CC BY-SA 4.0
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Hungary
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Budapest I.
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Archiv für Zeitgeschichte ETH Zürich / Agnes Hirschi
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Carl Lutz at the former British Embassy, Budapest, 1945
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Capturing a post-war moment in 1945, this image shows Carl Lutz, a Swiss diplomat, amidst a group in front of a damaged building in Budapest. The somber gathering reflects the impact of war, with people in varied attire, including uniforms and long coats, amid debris and destruction, indicative of the city's state after conflict.
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architecture
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1945
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war aftermath
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Budapest
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human experience
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historical event
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diplomat
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Carl Lutz
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post-war
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damaged building
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civilian gathering
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The image depicts a group of individuals standing and sitting in front of a damaged building. The setting appears to be post-war, as suggested by the visible destruction, such as debris and damaged walls.
In the foreground, there are several people seated on the ground. Among them are two uniformed men, likely representing some form of authority, as they wear dark clothing and hats. One has fur accents on his coat. They are surrounded by children and other adults, some of whom are wearing coats and hats, indicating a cool or cold climate.
The standing figures are positioned behind the seated group, with a mix of genders and ages. Most of the men appear in suits or formal attire, while the women are dressed in various styles, including long coats and dresses. Several women have head coverings, which could be scarves, adding to the somber tone of the gathering.
The building behind them shows visible damage; part of the roof is missing, and there are cracks and peeling paint on the walls. There are windows visible, with one showing broken glass. The ground is littered with wooden debris and construction materials, further emphasizing the aftermath of a destructive event.
The overall mood of the gathering seems reflective, as the individuals are posing together, some with serious expressions. The time of day appears overcast or dim, hinting at a possible autumn or winter season given the attire and the general atmosphere. The composition focuses on the group, highlighting both the collective human experience and the backdrop of destruction surrounding them.
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a Táncsics Mihály (Verbőczy) utca 1., a korábbi brit követség udvara, balra világos kabátban Carl Lutz svájci diplomata.