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Germany 1890-1945: The Impact of WW1 - The End of The Monarchy 👑🔚 GCSE History Learning & Revision
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In this episode, we’ll delve into the events leading up to Germany’s defeat in World War I and the end of its monarchy in 1918. We’ll discuss how military leaders acknowledged the inevitability of defeat and advocated for a democratic government to negotiate better peace terms. We’ll also cover the abdication of Kaiser Wilhelm II, his flight to Holland, and the declaration of the German Republic by Philipp Scheidemann. Finally, we’ll explore the challenges faced by the new government, particularly the accusations of betrayal after signing the armistice, and the resulting unrest that marked this pivotal moment in German history.
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Manage episode 468385265 series 3139173
In this episode, we’ll delve into the events leading up to Germany’s defeat in World War I and the end of its monarchy in 1918. We’ll discuss how military leaders acknowledged the inevitability of defeat and advocated for a democratic government to negotiate better peace terms. We’ll also cover the abdication of Kaiser Wilhelm II, his flight to Holland, and the declaration of the German Republic by Philipp Scheidemann. Finally, we’ll explore the challenges faced by the new government, particularly the accusations of betrayal after signing the armistice, and the resulting unrest that marked this pivotal moment in German history.
Don't miss out on subscribing for more educational content tailored to help you succeed in your exams. Perfect for AQA, OCR, Edexcel, CIE and WJEC exam boards.
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