Spartacist Revolt Of January 1919 Flashcards
1
Q
Who led the Spartacists? [2]
A
Karl Liebnecht & Rosa Luxemburg.
2
Q
What did the Spartacists want?
A
A revolution.
3
Q
What did the Spartacists do during the revolt?
A
Took control of main buildings, services & transport in Berlin.
4
Q
How did the Weimar Government react to the Spartacist Revolt?
A
They did a deal with the Freikorps.
5
Q
Who were the Freikorps?
A
Right-wing ex soldiers.
6
Q
What was the Government & Freikorps deal in January 1919?
A
The government would not interfere with the Army if the Army defeated the Spartacists.
7
Q
What was the outcome of the Spartacist Revolt? [2]
A
The Spartacists were defeated & their leaders were killed.
8
Q
Who were the Spartacists?
A
A left-wing communist group.