1949-1963 Flashcards
1
Q
Who was the first chancellor of the Federal Republic of Germany?
A
Konrad Adenauer
2
Q
How old was he when he entered the chancellorship?
A
Age 73
3
Q
What has Adenauer been considered to be for West German democracy?
A
‘Founding father’
4
Q
What was the Basic Law also known as?
A
Grundgesetz
5
Q
When did this law come into force?
A
23rd May 1949
6
Q
What four principles was the Basic Law based on?
A
The rule of law, Democratic participation for all, Federalism
