FRG Flashcards
When was the FRG created?
1949
What political parties were allowed?
Those that committed to democracy
What party was banned?
Communist party
What was evidence to show the West were dealing with the Nazis?
‘Persil’ certificates
What helped to reform the economy?
Currency reform
Marshall Aid
When was the ‘Basic Law’ devised for the Democratic Government?
1948
What was the voting system called and how did it work?
MMPR, 50% first past the post, 50% proportional representation
What did the ‘5%’ hurdle ensure?
That no political extremist parties could have a voice
Who did the FRG give citizenship to?
Anyone who had previously lived in German Territories
What precaution was there so an anti-democratic leader could not be elected?
The president was not elected by all the people.
Why did the economy recover so well?
Effective state control of banks
No reparations
Skilled population
Currency refomrs
How much economic growth was there a year?
8%
In what year did they reach full employment?
1956
In what international trading position did they rank?
3rd
When was the Equalisation of Burdens Law?
1553
What was the Equalisation of Burdens Law?
redistributed 143 billion dm in 30 years
What initial problems was West Germany faced with?
Recession, unemployment
Housing, refugees
Occupying powers controlled
What was the pension rate?
60%
What kinds of social security did the state provide?
unemployment benefit, accident insurance, child benefit, new houses built
When did the FRG gain sovereignty?
1955
What did it allow the West to do by joining the ECSC?
Trade/import without tax
What happened to living standards from the 50s-60s?
Improved greatly - lower average working week, more consumer goods and more private housing
Who was the first Chancellor of Germany?
Adenauer
What party did Adenauer belong to?
CDU
