Summary 1 - The new Weimar Constitution Flashcards
What is the date of the elections that were held?
19th Jan 1919
Who got the largest share of the vote?
SPD-never got a majority however
Where was the new government formed?
Small southern town called Weimar
Why was the government formed in Weimar?
Because berlin was unsafe due to riots and possible revolution
Who did Workers councils hand there power over to?
The new constituent
Between which months was the new Weimar constitution created and accepted?
January and August 1919
What 2 things was the new constitution described as?
The most democratic system in the world and the major reason democracy failed in Germany
Which two houses was the new parliament made up of?
Reichstag and Reichsrat
Who was local power in the hands of?
The Lander (regional government)
What type of voting system was used?
Proportional representation
Who could vote?
Anybody over the age of 20
How often was the president elected?
every 7 years
Who was the president in charge appointing and dismissing?
.Appoint and dismiss governments
.Appointing and dismissing chancellors
