Germany : Weimar Flashcards
What radical group of ex-soldiers was growing in influence ?
Freikorps
What was adopted by the right ?
Stab in the back myth
Why was there a focus on social policy ?
1.8 million died at war, 18% of population
When was the Ebert-Groner pact and what did it secure ?
10th Nov 1918 - Army would support gov. if it kept independence
When was the Stinnes-Legein Agreement ?
15th Nov 1918
What did Stinnes-Legein propose ?
Unions would not interfere with private ownership or the free market if :
Full legal recognition
8hr working day
Workers committees
When did Ebert win a majority and by how much ?
1919 - 85%
How much were the reparations for Versaille ?
232 Billion Gold Marks
What did Prince Max of Baden do ?
Abolish 3 class franchise
Gave army control to Reichstag
Chancellor and Gov. accountable to Reichstag
When was the Keil Mutiny ?
29th October - 2 ships crews mutinied - 600 sailors imprisoned