Germany Flashcards
Who formed the Spartacist group in 1915
Karl Liebknecht and Rosa Luxemburg
When did Wilhelm I become king of Prussia
1861
When did Germany unite
1871
Why did France have a grudge against Germany way past WW1
Prussia were successful in taking Alsace-Lorraine from France leaving France embarrassed.
How had Wilhelm’s desires come true in 1913.
Germany was producing more iron and steel and the same amount of coal as Britain through the support of rich businessmen. In industries such as electrical goods and chemicals, German companies dominated Europe.
What was the Kaiser’s foreign policy of Weltpolitik
Wilhelm II felt Germany should have their “place in the sun” and that Germany should be recognised alongside the major powers.
When was the Dreadnought built and conscription introduced in Germany
1906 & 1913
Why did Socialism grow due to the industrialisation of Germany
Many workers’ wages were low, working conditions were poor and food expensive. Landowners and factory owners were very rich.
Why did Wilhelm II abdicate the throne on 9th November 1918
Navy sailors, workers and soldiers refused to follow orders. They set up special councils all over Germany.
What is proportional representation and why was it fair but inefficient
Parties got the number of seats in parliament EQUAL to the share of votes. Majority votes was hard to achieve due to the amount of parties. Coallitions became common and decisions took very slow.
Problems with the Weimar constitution
Article 48
State governments could pass laws that went against the Reichstag
Proportional Representation
What was the Kapp Putsch
Wolfgang Kapp and the Freikorps attempted to take over the country. Workers in Berlin were on strike and refused to help the Freikorps leading to its failure.
Why and who was murdered from 1919-1923
Over 200 people connected to the Weimar government. Including Walter Rathenau who was involved with the armistice and ToV.
Terms of TOV
B - Blame. Article 231 (War Guilt Clause)
R - Reparations. 6.6 billion marks
A - Armed Forces. 100,00 men and no tanks, subamarines or planes. Rhineland demilitarised
T - Territory. Paul George and 12.5% of population. Anschluss denied. Lost the Saar (important industrial land)
Why did people vote for the Nazis
The Great Depression
Propaganda
SA
Hitler’s promises
