Germany Between The Wars Flashcards
What was the nickname of the leader of the Communist Uprising in 1919
“Red Rosa”
What was the name of the nationalist uprising in Berlin
Kapp Putsch
Why did France occupy the Rhur?
Germany failed to pay war reparations on time
Who was the first president of Weimar Germany
Friedrich Ebert
What year did the French occupation of the Ruhr begin
1923
What was Article 48 in the Weimar constitution
The president could suspend the Parliament for a period of time in emergencies
What was the name of the German parliament
The Reichstag
What was the size of the German army after the Treaty of Versailles
100,000 Men
Why did Hyperinflation happen in Germany?
The government printed money to cover debts
What year did hyperinflation happen in Germany
1923
What was the aim of the Kapp Putsch
To bring back the German Monarchy
How long was the term of the President
7 Years
How was the Chancellor chosen
The President chose the Chancellor (normally the leader of the largest political party)
