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Bernhard von Bülow came from a family with a long tradition of state service, being the son of a diplomat and the daughter of a prominent merchant. He grew up immersed in the political events of his era, gaining firsthand exposure to the nationalist tensions between Danes and Germans that culminated in the war of 1864. This formative experience, rooted in the heart of contemporary political discourse, shaped his understanding of statecraft. His upbringing provided him with an intimate view of the forces driving national identity and international relations.