Anti-Socialist Laws Flashcards
(5 cards)
1
Q
What was purged to remove socialist sympathisers after 1878 AS Law? How many were purged? How many socialist activists imprisoned?
A
The cabinet, civil service and Prussian landtag purged in 1880 of sympathisers. 15,000 socialist activists imprisoned
2
Q
SPD seats in 1878?
A
9
3
Q
SPD seats in 1890?
A
35
4
Q
How many belonged to Trade Unions by 1890?
A
278,000 workers
5
Q
What kept the SPD going under AS Laws?
A
Strong leadership rallied the party, broadened appeal as no revolutionary party, socialist groups met in secret and collect $ contributions, also the SPD newspaper, the social democrat, was smuggled in, trade unionism also remained strong
