William II, German Emperor, King of Prussia (1859-1941). Eigh. Telegram text m. U. "William". ==References== Language. 1/2 pp. (pencil). On a form with crowned eagle, "Telegram Sr. His Majesty the Emperor and King". O. O. 19.VII.1902. After the collapse of the Campanile of Venice a kind of condolence telegram to the King of Italy, Victor Emanuel III. "... I beg to express my sincerest regrets at the fall of the Campanile of Venice. the loss of this fine old piece of architecture, the ancient landmark of the marvellous town stirs the heart of everybody who has once been within the walls of Venice . If you do not consider it pushing on my side I would be happy to offer to join in the ranks of your subjects with a contribution for the restoration. Au revoir soon. William". - Very unusual document in the history of German-Italian relations.