CREATION OF WEIMAR CONSTITUTION - The Structure of the Weimar Constitution Flashcards
1
Q
What did Ebert do on …?
A
On 7 Feb 1919 Ebert gave a victorious speech to the new assembly
- he proclaimed victory for democracy
2
Q
What did Ebert become on …?
A
On 11 Feb 1919 Ebert elected as the first President of the Republic
3
Q
What votes did Ebert get for President?
A
277 votes to 51
4
Q
Where was the gov during 1919 elections + results?
A
went to Weimar + stayed in Weimar bc felt that returning to Berlin was too dangerous
5
Q
When was Weimar Constitution passed?
A
passed by the national assembly on 31 July 1919
6
Q
Weimar Constitution opps?
A
always going to be a compromise but not hastily or badly written
