The celebration of the founding of the German Reich held by the 'Stahlhelm' (Steel Helmet, League of Frontline Soldiers) in Berlin on January 18, 1933. The main speaker was the retired Reich Chancellor and Vice Chancellor-to-be Franz von Papen, who, one hour later, was to have his decisive discussion with Hitler about the composition of the Hitler government. From left to right: police president of Berlin Melcher, Berlin 'Stahlhelm' leader Major von Stephani, Franz von Papen, Prince Eitel Friedrich of Prussia, 2nd Federal leader of the 'Stahlhelm' Duesterberg and Crown Prince Wilhelm of Prussia.
