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Exploring 1920s Germany: Key Events and Figures

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Lucy Hewitt @lucyhewitt_giks

The Weimar Republic era of German history is packed with pivotal events that shaped the nation's path toward... Show more

HISTORY TEST
Topics:
M
Golden Years of Stresemann (pages 26-29)
SA (page 34)
Hitler's Henchmen (pages 36-37)
Munich Putsch (pages 38-42)
The

The Golden Years of Stresemann (1923-1929)

Gustav Stresemann became Chancellor in 1923 and helped Germany navigate through multiple crises. His major foreign policy achievements included the Locarno Treaties (which settled Germany's borders), securing Germany's entry into the League of Nations, and negotiating the Young Plan to manage reparation payments.

The German economy showed promising signs of recovery during this period. The Dawes Plan of 1924 provided crucial loans from America, and by 1928, German production levels exceeded pre-WWI figures. Berlin even began challenging Paris as Europe's cultural capital with innovations in art, cinema, and architecture.

Despite these improvements, the foundations remained shaky. President Hindenburg led a nation where the Social Democrats formed the largest party, but the political system lacked true stability. Germany became a leading exporter, yet its underlying economic structure remained vulnerable to external shocks.

Did you know? While Stresemann's policies created what appeared to be a "golden age" for Germany, the country's recovery depended heavily on American loans—setting the stage for disaster when those loans were recalled after the 1929 Wall Street Crash.

HISTORY TEST
Topics:
M
Golden Years of Stresemann (pages 26-29)
SA (page 34)
Hitler's Henchmen (pages 36-37)
Munich Putsch (pages 38-42)
The

Hitler's Early Power Structure

The SA (Stormtroopers) formed Hitler's private army, established in 1921 ostensibly to "protect Nazi speakers" at rallies. In reality, they often initiated violence themselves. Many SA members were former Freikorps soldiers—paramilitary groups of disillusioned WWI veterans with extreme nationalist views.

Hitler surrounded himself with loyal henchmen who would play crucial roles in the Nazi regime. Josef Goebbels joined in 1922 and later became Minister of Propaganda. Hermann Goering, a WWI fighter pilot, took charge of the SA and helped establish concentration camps. Other key figures included Rudolf Hess (Hitler's secretary), Heinrich Himmler (who helped develop the concentration camp system), and Ernst Röhm (a founding Nazi party member who created the SA).

Most of these men shared similar backgrounds—they had fought in WWI, joined the Nazi movement early, and remained fanatically loyal to Hitler. Interestingly, many ended their lives by suicide rather than face justice for their crimes.

Important connection Notice how many of Hitler's inner circle were WWI veterans. Their experiences in the war and Germany's defeat shaped their extreme nationalism and willingness to use violence to achieve political goals.

HISTORY TEST
Topics:
M
Golden Years of Stresemann (pages 26-29)
SA (page 34)
Hitler's Henchmen (pages 36-37)
Munich Putsch (pages 38-42)
The

The Munich Putsch and Its Aftermath

The Munich Putsch of 8-9 November 1923 was Hitler's failed attempt to seize power in Bavaria. Triggered by Stresemann calling off passive resistance in the Ruhr, Hitler believed he had support from both the army and Bavarian state government. The poorly planned coup began when Hitler and 600 SA members stormed a beer hall, taking local officials hostage and demanding their cooperation.

The next day, about 3,000 Nazis marched through Munich but were stopped by just 100 armed police. Both Hitler and General Ludendorff (a respected WWI general who supported the putsch) were arrested. Hitler's trial in February 1924 became a publicity coup—he gave persuasive speeches that portrayed himself as a patriot and made the Weimar Republic look weak.

Though sentenced to five years imprisonment, Hitler served less than nine months in comfortable conditions at Landsberg Castle. While the putsch failed militarily, it succeeded strategically by giving Hitler national publicity and teaching him that legal paths to power might be more effective than violent revolution.

Think about this The lenient treatment Hitler received during his trial and imprisonment reflects how many German officials secretly sympathized with his nationalist views, even if they disapproved of his methods.

HISTORY TEST
Topics:
M
Golden Years of Stresemann (pages 26-29)
SA (page 34)
Hitler's Henchmen (pages 36-37)
Munich Putsch (pages 38-42)
The

The Great Depression and Nazi Rise

The Wall Street Crash of October 1929 devastated Germany when America recalled loans provided under the Dawes Plan. This triggered a devastating cycle production fell, unemployment soared, consumer spending dropped, prices declined, demand decreased, leading to more unemployment—a classic economic death spiral.

The Great Depression fatally weakened the Weimar Republic through unpopular economic policies and rising extremism. As people grew desperate, they looked for alternative leadership. The government increasingly relied on Presidential rule using Article 48, undermining democratic processes.

Meanwhile, the Nazis capitalized on these conditions brilliantly. Their electoral success stemmed from superior organization, effective propaganda, support from industrialists, innovative use of technology, and Hitler's charismatic leadership. Between 1928 and 1930, the Nazi party gained an astonishing 95 more seats in parliament.

Remember this Though we often think of Nazis as being supported primarily by the middle class, during the Great Depression they actually gained significant support from working-class Germans who became especially vulnerable to economic hardship and found Hitler's promises appealing.

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Dec 4, 2025

4 pages

Exploring 1920s Germany: Key Events and Figures

L

Lucy Hewitt

@lucyhewitt_giks

The Weimar Republic era of German history is packed with pivotal events that shaped the nation's path toward World War II. From Stresemann's attempts to stabilize Germany to the rise of Nazi power, these events show how economic crisis and... Show more

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Golden Years of Stresemann (pages 26-29)
SA (page 34)
Hitler's Henchmen (pages 36-37)
Munich Putsch (pages 38-42)
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The Golden Years of Stresemann (1923-1929)

Gustav Stresemann became Chancellor in 1923 and helped Germany navigate through multiple crises. His major foreign policy achievements included the Locarno Treaties (which settled Germany's borders), securing Germany's entry into the League of Nations, and negotiating the Young Plan to manage reparation payments.

The German economy showed promising signs of recovery during this period. The Dawes Plan of 1924 provided crucial loans from America, and by 1928, German production levels exceeded pre-WWI figures. Berlin even began challenging Paris as Europe's cultural capital with innovations in art, cinema, and architecture.

Despite these improvements, the foundations remained shaky. President Hindenburg led a nation where the Social Democrats formed the largest party, but the political system lacked true stability. Germany became a leading exporter, yet its underlying economic structure remained vulnerable to external shocks.

Did you know? While Stresemann's policies created what appeared to be a "golden age" for Germany, the country's recovery depended heavily on American loans—setting the stage for disaster when those loans were recalled after the 1929 Wall Street Crash.

HISTORY TEST
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Golden Years of Stresemann (pages 26-29)
SA (page 34)
Hitler's Henchmen (pages 36-37)
Munich Putsch (pages 38-42)
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Hitler's Early Power Structure

The SA (Stormtroopers) formed Hitler's private army, established in 1921 ostensibly to "protect Nazi speakers" at rallies. In reality, they often initiated violence themselves. Many SA members were former Freikorps soldiers—paramilitary groups of disillusioned WWI veterans with extreme nationalist views.

Hitler surrounded himself with loyal henchmen who would play crucial roles in the Nazi regime. Josef Goebbels joined in 1922 and later became Minister of Propaganda. Hermann Goering, a WWI fighter pilot, took charge of the SA and helped establish concentration camps. Other key figures included Rudolf Hess (Hitler's secretary), Heinrich Himmler (who helped develop the concentration camp system), and Ernst Röhm (a founding Nazi party member who created the SA).

Most of these men shared similar backgrounds—they had fought in WWI, joined the Nazi movement early, and remained fanatically loyal to Hitler. Interestingly, many ended their lives by suicide rather than face justice for their crimes.

Important connection: Notice how many of Hitler's inner circle were WWI veterans. Their experiences in the war and Germany's defeat shaped their extreme nationalism and willingness to use violence to achieve political goals.

HISTORY TEST
Topics:
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Golden Years of Stresemann (pages 26-29)
SA (page 34)
Hitler's Henchmen (pages 36-37)
Munich Putsch (pages 38-42)
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The Munich Putsch and Its Aftermath

The Munich Putsch of 8-9 November 1923 was Hitler's failed attempt to seize power in Bavaria. Triggered by Stresemann calling off passive resistance in the Ruhr, Hitler believed he had support from both the army and Bavarian state government. The poorly planned coup began when Hitler and 600 SA members stormed a beer hall, taking local officials hostage and demanding their cooperation.

The next day, about 3,000 Nazis marched through Munich but were stopped by just 100 armed police. Both Hitler and General Ludendorff (a respected WWI general who supported the putsch) were arrested. Hitler's trial in February 1924 became a publicity coup—he gave persuasive speeches that portrayed himself as a patriot and made the Weimar Republic look weak.

Though sentenced to five years imprisonment, Hitler served less than nine months in comfortable conditions at Landsberg Castle. While the putsch failed militarily, it succeeded strategically by giving Hitler national publicity and teaching him that legal paths to power might be more effective than violent revolution.

Think about this: The lenient treatment Hitler received during his trial and imprisonment reflects how many German officials secretly sympathized with his nationalist views, even if they disapproved of his methods.

HISTORY TEST
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M
Golden Years of Stresemann (pages 26-29)
SA (page 34)
Hitler's Henchmen (pages 36-37)
Munich Putsch (pages 38-42)
The

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The Great Depression and Nazi Rise

The Wall Street Crash of October 1929 devastated Germany when America recalled loans provided under the Dawes Plan. This triggered a devastating cycle: production fell, unemployment soared, consumer spending dropped, prices declined, demand decreased, leading to more unemployment—a classic economic death spiral.

The Great Depression fatally weakened the Weimar Republic through unpopular economic policies and rising extremism. As people grew desperate, they looked for alternative leadership. The government increasingly relied on Presidential rule using Article 48, undermining democratic processes.

Meanwhile, the Nazis capitalized on these conditions brilliantly. Their electoral success stemmed from superior organization, effective propaganda, support from industrialists, innovative use of technology, and Hitler's charismatic leadership. Between 1928 and 1930, the Nazi party gained an astonishing 95 more seats in parliament.

Remember this: Though we often think of Nazis as being supported primarily by the middle class, during the Great Depression they actually gained significant support from working-class Germans who became especially vulnerable to economic hardship and found Hitler's promises appealing.

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This app is really great. There are so many study notes and help [...]. My problem subject is French, for example, and the app has so many options for help. Thanks to this app, I have improved my French. I would recommend it to anyone.

Samantha Klich

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Wow, I am really amazed. I just tried the app because I've seen it advertised many times and was absolutely stunned. This app is THE HELP you want for school and above all, it offers so many things, such as workouts and fact sheets, which have been VERY helpful to me personally.

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I think it’s very much worth it and you’ll end up using it a lot once you get the hang of it and even after looking at others notes you can still ask your Artificial intelligence buddy the question and ask to simplify it if you still don’t get it!!! In the end I think it’s worth it 😊👍 ⚠️Also DID I MENTION ITS FREEE YOU DON’T HAVE TO PAY FOR ANYTHING AND STILL GET YOUR GRADES IN PERFECTLY❗️❗️⚠️

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Brad T

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Not only did it help me find the answer but it also showed me alternative ways to solve it. I was horrible in math and science but now I have an a in both subjects. Thanks for the help🤍🤍

David K

iOS user

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In school I was really bad at maths but thanks to the app, I am doing better now. I am so grateful that you made the app.

Greenlight Bonnie

Android user

I found this app a couple years ago and it has only gotten better since then. I really love it because it can help with written questions and photo questions. Also, it can find study guides that other people have made as well as flashcard sets and practice tests. The free version is also amazing for students who might not be able to afford it. Would 100% recommend

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iOS user

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Elisha

iOS user

This app is phenomenal down to the correct info and the various topics you can study! I greatly recommend it for people who struggle with procrastination and those who need homework help. It has been perfectly accurate for world 1 history as far as I’ve seen! Geometry too!

Paul T

iOS user

The app is very easy to use and well designed. I have found everything I was looking for so far and have been able to learn a lot from the presentations! I will definitely use the app for a class assignment! And of course it also helps a lot as an inspiration.

Stefan S

iOS user

This app is really great. There are so many study notes and help [...]. My problem subject is French, for example, and the app has so many options for help. Thanks to this app, I have improved my French. I would recommend it to anyone.

Samantha Klich

Android user

Wow, I am really amazed. I just tried the app because I've seen it advertised many times and was absolutely stunned. This app is THE HELP you want for school and above all, it offers so many things, such as workouts and fact sheets, which have been VERY helpful to me personally.

Anna

iOS user

I think it’s very much worth it and you’ll end up using it a lot once you get the hang of it and even after looking at others notes you can still ask your Artificial intelligence buddy the question and ask to simplify it if you still don’t get it!!! In the end I think it’s worth it 😊👍 ⚠️Also DID I MENTION ITS FREEE YOU DON’T HAVE TO PAY FOR ANYTHING AND STILL GET YOUR GRADES IN PERFECTLY❗️❗️⚠️

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Android user

Not only did it help me find the answer but it also showed me alternative ways to solve it. I was horrible in math and science but now I have an a in both subjects. Thanks for the help🤍🤍

David K

iOS user

The app's just great! All I have to do is enter the topic in the search bar and I get the response real fast. I don't have to watch 10 YouTube videos to understand something, so I'm saving my time. Highly recommended!

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I found this app a couple years ago and it has only gotten better since then. I really love it because it can help with written questions and photo questions. Also, it can find study guides that other people have made as well as flashcard sets and practice tests. The free version is also amazing for students who might not be able to afford it. Would 100% recommend

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iOS user

This app is phenomenal down to the correct info and the various topics you can study! I greatly recommend it for people who struggle with procrastination and those who need homework help. It has been perfectly accurate for world 1 history as far as I’ve seen! Geometry too!

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