The November Revolution of 1918 Flashcards
Where was there unrest in the navy ?
There was unrest in the naval spread to the main German naval base at Kiel.
What happened on the 3rd November 1918 ?
sailors mutinied against their officers and took control of the base.
What happened the following day after the events in Kiel ?
On the following day, the revolt spread to the city and workers’ and soldiers’ councils were established.
Despite government efforts to meet the demand of the mutineers what happened ?
the revolt spread to other German ports and cities.
Was Germany on the verge of a communist revolution ?
Although on the outside it looked like Germany were on the verge of a communist revolution, just like Russia, most members of the council were patriotic Germans who wanted to see the Kaiser abdicate.
What happened on the 8th of November ?
A republic was proclaimed in Bavaria and the Bavarian monarchy was deposed. A republic communist regime was seen under by Kart Eisner
How important was Bavaria in the German Revolution ?
It was a key stage in the establishment of an all republic Germany and a decisive moment in the German Revolution.As it brought home to Prince Max that he had lost control of the situation.
What important developments occurred in Berlin on 9th November 1918 ?
On 9 November the SPD ( socialist party ) called on the workers in Berlin to join a general strike to force the Kaiser to abdicate.They also threatened to withdraw support for Prince Max’s government unless the Kaiser abdicated in the next 24 hours
What happened after the Kaiser refused to abdicate ?
When the Kaiser still abdicated, Max took matters into his own hands and on the 9th of November he released a press statement claiming that the Kaiser had abdicated ?
Why did Prince Max release a press statement ?
It was a desperate move by Prince Max to keep some control over the situation .
What happened to Prince Max after he released the press statement ?
On the same day, Prince Max resigned as chancellor of Germanyand handed the position to Friedrich Ebert.
Ebert became chancellor on 9 November 1918. What was he the leader of ?
the SPD
What happened on the 10 November 1918 ?
Liebknecht declared a communist Germany.
What happened on the 11 November 1918 ?
The Armistice that would stop the fighting would be signed.
Why was the Armistice being signed a problem for Ebert ?
because soldiers would be returning home, more food problems.Which would lead to more deaths from diseases and malnutrition.
