The Kapp Putsch, 1920 Flashcards
1
Q
Who was involved?
A
Freikorps units, led by Wolfgang Kapp.
2
Q
What happened in 1920 that started the rebellion?
A
The government ordered that the Freikorps brigades be disbanded. It had little need for them now that left-wing groups had been crushed.
3
Q
How many marched to Berlin?
A
Around 12,000.
4
Q
What happened to the government?
A
They were forced to flee.
5
Q
Who did they put forward as the new leader of Germany?
A
Wolfgang Kapp.
6
Q
Was it successful?
A
They failed to win much support.
7
Q
Why was it impossible for Kapp to rule?
A
In Berlin, workers went on strike to protest at the putsch.
8
Q
What happened after four days?
A
Kapp fled from Berlin and Ebert’s government returned.
