The emergence of the DDR Flashcards
1
Q
When did the parliamentary devise a constitution for a federal republic?
A
1948
2
Q
What was formed from the Soviet zone in 1949?
A
DDR - German Democratic Republic
3
Q
What were the terms of the new constitution?
A
- Volksammer (Parliament) claimed to represent people (undemocratic)
- President was Willhelm Pieck
4
Q
Who did power remain with?
A
Ulbricht
5
Q
What were abolished in 1952 and replaced by what?
A
Lander (states) and Bezirke
6
Q
When was there a major uprising?
A
1953
7
Q
What happened in the strike?
A
- 16th June - workers demand end to increased working hours
- Demand of removal of Ulbricht
- Ulbricht called Soviet troops
- Unrest remained
8
Q
What caused the strike?
A
Death of Stalin and promise of greater freedom
9
Q
What were the consequences of the strike?
A
- Increase in working hours = ended
- Ulbricht’s power strengthened
- SED worried about potential unrest
