President Wilhelm Miklas and Austrian people attend a ceremony in Vienna, Austria...HD Stock Footage

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Oct 21, 2026

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President Wilhelm Miklas and Austrian people attend a ceremony in Vienna, Austria and pledge for world peace.

A mass assembly of 100,000 people headed by Austrian President Wilhelm Miklas pledges world peace in Vienna, Austria. The crowd assembled in front of a building. Dignitaries and bishops arrive. Flags are held by men. President Wilhelm Miklas stands with other dignitaries. Bishops at an altar. Location: Vienna Austria. Date: October 22, 1931.

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