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Wilhelm's Insecure Warlord Image
- Kaiser Wilhelm II was an impulsive, insecure man shaped by his damaged arm and harsh upbringing.
- He desired to be a mighty warlord but lacked true military aptitude or diplomacy skills.
Uniforms Mask Wilhelm's Insecurity
- Wilhelm's obsession with military uniforms symbolized his need to project power and compensate for his insecurities.
- Many noted he lost dignity out of uniform, requiring constant display of military status.
Wilhelm's Diplomatic Failures
- Wilhelm was universally bad at diplomacy and often offended and alienated other leaders.
- His impulsiveness and lack of tact endangered Germany's alliances and its position in Europe.