Invasion of the Ruhr Flashcards
1
Q
When was the occupation of the Ruhr?
A
January 1923
2
Q
Why did France and Belgium occupy the Ruhr?
A
Germany fell behind on reparation payments
3
Q
What did FR occupation cause?
A
Workers in the Ruhr went on strike; payments halted
4
Q
What did the invasion contribute to?
A
Inflation —> Hyperinflation
5
Q
What did the French do?
A
Brought their own workers
