Weimar Germany

By IAM_HISTORYGTUO

  • (Red) Ruhr Uprising

    (Red) Ruhr Uprising
    Shows the Ruhr Red Army, normal workers but carrying weapon. Chosen since shows difference to German military which wore uniforms. Explains why the military was able to dispel the paramilitary which just consisted of ordinary workers.

  • Treaty of Versailles and the results for Germany

    Treaty of Versailles and the results for Germany
    The Treaty of Versailles (belt) was viewed as a severe punishment on Germany. Germany had the power of a small child and were unable to have a say in the punishment.

  • Kapp Putsch

    Kapp Putsch
    The Weimar Government was basically a newborn during this time, but right-wing groups wanted to throw it out of power (seen with man throwing child).

  • Rapallo Treaty

    Rapallo Treaty
    Handshake chosen to symbolize an “alliance” formed between Germany and USSR as they forgot past debts and agreed to help one another.

  • Hyperinflation Crisis

    Hyperinflation Crisis
    Connects to the massive exponential increase in prices during this period as a result of currency devaluation.

  • Occupation of the Ruhr by France and Belgium

    Occupation of the Ruhr by France and Belgium
    France and Belgium can be connected to a robber (not because they steal money) since they both prioritize money and explains why they were upset after Germany missed a reparations payment.

  • Beer Hall Putsch

    Beer Hall Putsch
    This photo shows the strength that the far-right had. And it also shows the terror that the far-right caused during beer hall within Weimar.

  • Introduction of Rentenmark

    Introduction of Rentenmark
    This photo shows an image of the Rentenmark, which highlights a new age for Weimar Germany under new economic policy and better stability.

  • Weimar Golden Age

    Weimar Golden Age
    This photo depicts a cartoony rendition of the Weimar golden age. This is mainly shown through the bright colors and happy, well-dressed people shown throughout the painting.

  • Dawes Plan

    Dawes Plan
    This photo depicts the Dawes committee, which shows the people who worked on the Dawes plan and were significantly able to help Germany’s economic future.

  • Election of President von Hindenburg

    Election of President von Hindenburg
    This image depicts Hindenburg shortly after his victory, which highlights the political scape of Germany as well as showing the confidence Hindenburg had after his victory (as seen within the news headline and the adoring crowds around him).

  • Locarno Treaty

    Locarno Treaty
    The image depicts those involved in the Locarno pact, which is significant in showing how many people across Europe wanted peace and were willing to sign the pact.