Wilhelm's mother, Victoria (Princess Royal of the UK), had a very difficult breech delivery that was further complicated by both German and British doctors being called in to attend the birth. Many techniques were used to help the mother, but ultimately doctors believed both mother and unborn infant would die. As a last resort, one doctor surgically opened the birth canal (not a Caesarian section) and used forceps to pull the baby out. Wilhelm was both bottom first, and had his left arm up over his head when he was dragged out. Born blue and seemingly dead, his arm virtually crushed by the forceps, he was initially thought to be dead, but vigourous rubbing (probably damaging the arm further) finally forced him to breathe. It is speculated that he was deprived of oxygen for many minutes, possibly causing some of the emotional impairment seen throughout his life. Due to the traumatic birth, his damaged arm was not noticed for some time afterward, and the nerve damage was irreversible. Wilhelm's left arm was always smaller than the other. He was forced to undergo many barbaric contraptions and treatments to try to lengthen and strengthen the arm, and was never photographed or painted without it being hidden or propped on a sword, book, etc, so as to make it look "normal". His clothing was specially made with higher pockets, and he was rarely see without gloves or similar distracting articles.
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The Kaiser arm is a prosthetic limb that offers advanced functionality and natural movement. Its benefits include precise control, durability, and comfort. Compared to other similar products, the Kaiser arm stands out for its innovative technology, customizable options, and overall performance.
Kaiser Wilhelm's left arm became a symbol of his aggressive and militaristic leadership style. He had a withered left arm, which he often hid or posed in a dramatic manner to appear more imposing. This physical characteristic came to represent his authoritarian rule and his role in leading Germany into World War I. It is seen as a reflection of his desire for power and control, and is often cited as a contributing factor to his negative historical legacy.
Kaiser Wilhelms sister Sophie was married to the heir to the throne of Greece. Also his cousin Alice was married to Andrew, the cousin of Sophie's husband (Alice and Andrew are the parents of Prince Phillip)
He was known as "Kaiser Bill" to the British soldiers.
Christoffer Wilhelms's birth name is Carl Christoffer Wilhelms.
Walter Behrmann has written: 'Das westliche Kaiser-Wilhelms-land in Neu-Guinea' -- subject(s): Description and travel
Einar Wilhelms was born in 1895.
Jenny Wilhelms was born in 1974.
Christoffer Wilhelms goes by Willy.
Ralf Wilhelms was born on 1962-05-24.
Withered arm
Christoffer Wilhelms was born on March 15, 1979, in Helsinki, Finland.
The Kaiser arm is a prosthetic limb that offers advanced functionality and natural movement. Its benefits include precise control, durability, and comfort. Compared to other similar products, the Kaiser arm stands out for its innovative technology, customizable options, and overall performance.
German Emperor Wilhelm 2 has written: 'Die Reden Kaiser Wilhelms 2. in den Jahren 1888-1912' -- subject(s): Accessible book, History
The Wrong Arm of the Law was created in 1963.
the first&last emperor of Germany and the one with a withered arm :)