After Unification Flashcards
1
Q
When were the German states unified
A
1871
2
Q
Who became the Kaiser
A
King of Prussia
Wilhelm I
3
Q
How was the new Germany ruled
A
Kaiser ruled all states
Representatives sent by states (Bundesrat)
Chancellor had power over policies and answerable to kaiser
Reichstag -> Parliament
4
Q
Problems with the Kaiser’s government
A
He could choose to ignore advice
Could make decisions on his own
Kaiser made all decisions related to army, navy and other foreign countries
Wilhelm I let Bismarck run country
