Germany - Topic 2 - The recovery of Weimar Flashcards
(14 cards)
Who was appointed foreign secretary in 1923 and helped stabilize Germany?
Gustav Stresemann.
What was the Dawes Plan of 1924?
A plan that changed reparation payments and involved US loans to help Germany’s economic recovery.
What currency did Stresemann introduce in November 1923?
The Rentenmark.
What was the Young Plan of 1929?
It reduced reparations from £6.6 billion to £1.8 billion and extended payments over 59 years.
What was the political state of Germany between 1924–1929?
A period of greater political stability and support for the Weimar Republic.
What key event happened in 1925 showing support for the Republic?
Hindenburg was elected president.
What housing improvements took place between 1924–1931?
Over two million new homes were built and almost 200,000 renovated.
What change was made in 1927 to help the unemployed?
Introduction of the Unemployment Insurance Law.
What rights did women gain under the Weimar Republic?
The right to vote (1919), legal equality, and access to jobs like teachers and doctors.
What was Neue Sachlichkeit and who were key figures?
A new artistic style showing everyday life; artists included George Grosz and Otto Dix.
What was the era of 1924 - 1929 nicknamed
The golden age
What pact was signed in 1925 and what did it state
The Locarno Pact - The countries of Germany, England, France and Belgium agreed to keep the existing borders.
What pact was signed in 1928 and what did it state
Kellogg-Briand Pact, agreeing that armies would be used only for self-defence.
when did Germany permanently join the league of nations
1926
