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German Revolution of 1918 and Kaiser Wilhelm II resigns
The image displays news listings about the Kaisers resign and the outbreak of the German Revolution -
Formation of Weimar Republic/ Constitution
This image displays the Weimar Constitution which made the Weimar Republic the first democratic government in Germany. -
Ebert- Groener Pact
This image displays Ebert consulting with the provisional government's allies -
Armistice Ending WWI
Germany and the west surrendered their use of weapons and signed armistice. -
Grand Coalition
The Grand Coalition of Weimar was between the SDP, Zentrum, DDP, and DVP. This coalition established the Rentenmark, which was their solution to the Hyperinflation Crisis. Pictured are members of the coalition. -
Bavarian Soviet Republic
This image was selected as it displays the area of the Bavarian Soviet Republic -
The Spartacist Revolt
This image shows individuals of the left wing armed to attempt to establish a communist state in Germany -
Treaty of Versailles + results for Germany
This image displays that the main effect of the treaty one Germany was the amount of reparations the nation was faced with -
Kapp Putsch
Kapp Putsch was an attempted coup in 1920, named after its leader Wolfgang Kapp, who is shown in the picture. -
Ruhr uprising
The Ruhr uprising was a workers' uprising with between 50,000 and 80,000 workers. The picture shows people creating an uprising. -
Rapallo treaty
Treaty between Germany and Russia that established open relations. The photo shows two men shaking as leaders would after signing a treaty. -
occupation of the Ruhr by France and Belgium
French and Belgium troops were sent to occupy the Ruhr region after Germany didn't pay reparations. The photo shows a group of soldiers standing with a sunset in the background. This shows how the soldiers would occupy the area. -
hyperinflation crisis
The German government printed more money trying to pay dept, creating inflation. The photo shows a group of children playing with money, showing how much money there was during inflation. -
Introduction of Rentenmark
Was a currency set in place to reduce the hyperinflation. The photo is of a Rentenmark. -
Beer Hall Putsch
The Beer Hall Putsch was a failed coup by the nazi's. The photo shows the Nazis' attempting to take down Weimar Germany. -
Golden Age
The Golden Age of the Weimar Republic lasted from 1924 to 1929. During this time, many treaties and plans were signed through Stresemann that allowed the German economy and culture to flourish. The image representing this age shows a group of people celebrating together, which is how a lot of people in Weimar were able to entertain themselves in this era. -
Dawes Plan
The Dawes Plan between Stresemann and the Great Powers decreased the annual reparations expected of Germany, stretching out the time available to make these payments. Additionally, the Dawes Plan ended France's occupation of the Ruhr. The image shows everyone involved in the signing of this plan. -
Election of Von Hindenburg
Paul von Hindenburg is best known for his time as the President of Weimar Germany. Coming from the political right, Hindenburg was voted in with 48.29% in hopes of destroying the democratic system. A photo of Hindenburg represents this event. -
Locarno Treaty
The Locarno Treaty secured Germany's Western Frontier through the protection of Britain and Italy. Through this treaty, Stresemann accepted the Western Frontier. The image is of Locarno, Switzerland, which is where the Locarno Treaty was initially signed. -
League of Nations
After World War 1, Germany was excluded from the League of Nations because of their role and the damage they'd done. In September 1926, Germany was allowed to join for war prevention. The image is a symbol of the League of Nations. -
Treaty of Berlin
The Treaty of Berlin with the Soviet Union was an agreement between the Weimar Republic and USSR that promised both parties would remain neutral if one was attacked by an opposing country. The photo shows the signing of the treaty in 1926. -
Great Depression
The Great Depression caused severe economic decline in Weimar. This depression is also attributed to the rise of the Nazi Party. Pictured is Hitler, leader of the Nazi Party. -
Young Plan
The Young Plan, implemented by Stresemann, settled Germany's reparation payments, spreading 121 Billion Gold Marcs over 58 years. Pictured is Owen D. Young, who created the Young Plan. -
Von Papen
After losing his position in the Weimar government, Von Papen made a secret deal with Hitler to convince Hindenburg to make him Chancellor, in hopes of controlling him. Von Papen is pictured here. -
New Chancellor
As mentioned earlier, Von Papen worked to convince Hindenburg to appoint Hitler chancellor. Von Papen was successful in his efforts and Hitler was made chancellor in January 1933. Hindenburg and Hitler meeting is used to represent this event.