Reasons for unpopularity: ‘stab in the back’ theory, Treaty of Versailles Flashcards
What was the name of the “stab in the back” myth?
Dolchtoss
Who was mainly blamed by the Dolchtoss?
Jews and the November Criminals
Who were the November Criminals?
Politicians who signed the Treaty of Versailles
What was the “stab in the back myth”?
The belief that the German Army was never defeated on the battlefield, and had been betrayed by politicians
What was Article 231?
War Guilt clause: Germany was to accept full blame for WW1
How many soldiers did Versailles permit the German Army?
100,000 men, no air force, and 6 battleships (of less than 10,000 tonnes each), 6 cruisers and 12 destroyers
How much did Germany owe in reparations?
132 billion gold marks, or £6.6 billion
Which area did Germany have to demilitarize after WW1?
The Rhineland
Who did the public blame for this?
The Weimar Republic
What happened to soldiers who did not make the 100,000?
They were fired, but many kept their rifles from the war
