Embassy of Germany, London facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Embassy of Germany in London |
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| Location | Belgravia, London |
| Address | 23 Belgrave Square/Chesham Place, London, SW1X 8PZ |
| Coordinates | 51°29′54″N 0°09′15″W / 51.49825°N 0.15425°W |
| Ambassador | Miguel Berger |
The Embassy of Germany in London is like Germany's main office in the United Kingdom. It's where German diplomats work to keep good relationships between the two countries. The embassy is located in a fancy area called Belgravia, at Belgrave Square. It uses three old houses and a newer building that was added later.
History of the Embassy
Before World War II, the main German office in London was at 9 Carlton House Terrace. It was sometimes called Prussia House.
In 1937, the German Ambassador, Joachim von Ribbentrop, held a big party to celebrate the reopening of the embassy after it had been renovated. About 1,000 guests attended, including Prince George, Duke of Kent and his wife, Princess Marina.
When World War II started in September 1939, the German Embassy quickly destroyed its important papers. This was done to prevent them from falling into the wrong hands.
After World War II
After World War II, the original Prussia House building was taken over by the British government. Its furniture and artworks were sold.
The new German government, called the Federal Republic of Germany (West Germany), then moved its offices to Belgrave Square. At first, it was a "consulate general," which is a smaller type of diplomatic office.
In June 1951, this office became a full embassy. This meant it was officially recognized as Germany's main diplomatic mission in the UK. In 1953, West Germany leased the building for 99 years.
In the 1970s, the embassy needed more space for its staff. So, a new part was built at Chesham Place. This extension opened in 1978 and even won an award for its design.
In 1990, after German reunification (when East and West Germany became one country again), the former East German embassy building at 34 Belgrave Square also became part of the larger German embassy.
Gallery
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The official symbol of German diplomatic missions.
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The embassy building as seen from Chesham Place.
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The Ambassador's Residence at Belgrave Square.
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Another view of the Chancery building on Chesham Place.
See also
In Spanish: Embajada de Alemania en el Reino Unido para niños
