Weimar Germany Timeline

German Revolution of 1918 and Kaiser Wilhelm II resigns

Nov 9, 1918

I chose this photo as it demonstrates the viewpoint of Germany and how they felt they "Gave up" in WWI. This is the best represents the photo as it demonstrates the Kaiser resigning as well as their unexpected loss in WWI.

Formation of Weimar Republic/Constitution

Nov 9, 1918

I chose this photo as it depicts the Weimar symbol showing their move to a new constitution based government. The change in the flag demonstrates an acceptance of change from the old Kaiser to a new democratic constitution based government.

Ebert-Groener Pact

Nov 10, 1918

I chose this photo as it shows Ebert and Groener together talking. It shows their agreement to this new deal which benefits each other, along with the willingness to compromise in order to protect each others interest and the new democratic government.

Armistice ending WW I

Nov 11, 1918

I chose this photo as it best represents the jubilation for the allied nations that took place after the armistice was signed. It depicts individuals joyful and their understanding that the fighting and killing of their country members would end.

Spartacist Revolt

Jan 5, 1919

I chose this photo as it depicts the impromptu uprising, it shows that the left wing was able to quickly gain support in the city for change. Demonstrates the revolt had support but was abled to be suppressed due to it not being very organized or effective.

Bavarian Soviet Republic

Apr 12, 1919

I chose this photo as the red depicts the land in Weimar Germany that was held by the unrecognized Bavarian Soviet Republic. The red demonstrates that the republic was communist and left wing with influence from Lenin Russia.

Treaty of Versailles and the results for Germany

Jun 28, 1919

I chose this photo as it is a political cartoon demonstrating the consequences of the treaty of Versailles for Germany. Demonstrates that the terms of the treaty were not very favorable for Germany and that they would have to deal with them long in the future. Also demonstrates that Germany was not able to negotiate and was forced to accept these terms.

Kapp Putsch

Mar 13, 1920

I chose this photo as it depicts the military soldiers and the support they had in their Kapp Putsch attempt in Berlin. This photo does a effective job of depicting the soldiers showing that they were capable of taking over the government, but it also shows that not everyone in the city supported them showing that the Kapp Putsch attempt would not last.

(Red) Ruhr Uprising

Mar 13, 1920

I chose this photo as it demonstrates the army talking with the workers in the town. Demonstrates the strikes that took place to take back government but also the support by the Rhur Army to end the Kapp Putsch and attempt to overthrow the government by the right.

Rapallo Treaty

Apr 16, 1922

I chose this photo as it displays a news paper on the treaty of Locarno. Within this paper it is clearly seen that both the Germans and Russians are in an agreement. This ultimately led to further foreign relations.

Hyperinflation Crisis

1923

I chose this photo as it demonstrates the economy within Germany with hyperinflation. This can be seen through the man using a wheelbarrow full of money, displaying the extremely low value of the marks.

Occupation of the Ruhr by France and Belgium

Jan 11, 1923

I chose this picture as it displays the military action the French took while occupying Ruhr. This can be seen through the tank rolling through the militarized city as the French demanded payments.

Beer Hall Putsch

Nov 8, 1923

I chose this picture as it represents the major players in the Nazi party at the time. This displays who lead and caused the attempted coup as Hitler is clearly seen marching with fellow Nazis.

Introduction of Rentenmark

1924

I chose this graph as it represents the state of the German economy before and after the introduction of the Rentenmark. As seen by the graph, after 1924 the German economy improves and becomes more stable.

Weimar Golden Age

1924

I chose this picture as it displays the golden age in Germany. This is seen through the economic stability of the citizens within the picture. It also represents a calm Germany as further shown through the variety of people having interactive conversation.

Dawes Plan

Aug 30, 1924

I chose this flow chart to represent the Dawes plan as it displays where the money between the US, Germany, and France is going. Due to the Dawes plan, the US is paying Germany in order for them to pay their debts to France, ultimately completing the cycle as the French pay further debts to the US.

Election of President von Hindenburg

Apr 10, 1925

I chose this photo because it highlights the popularity of Hindenburg across Germany. Also, showing the shift to desiring a more democratic government in the middle of Weimar Germany's duration.

Locarno Treaty

Oct 5, 1925

I chose this picture as it displays the impact of the Locarno Treaty. This is seen as Germany along with other European countries have worked together to reach peace. This is due to Germany joining the LofN and agreeing to never participate in war.

Treaty of Berlin with Soviet Union

Apr 24, 1926

I chose this photo because it shows the temporary neutrality and peace that was present between Germany and other European countries years before the outbreak of WWII and Hitler's rise to power.

German entrance into League of Nations

Sep 8, 1926

I chose this photo because it highlights the outward, positive look that German's had for the future under the policies of Stresemann and his ability to repair relationships with other countries in Europe.

Grand Coalition of Weimar Germany

1928

I chose this photo because it shows the apparent unity between the democratic groups in Weimar Germany's coalition which was mainly established by Stresemann, helping the unity of the government.

Young Plan

Feb 11, 1929

I chose this photo because it shows the controversy from outside countries' perspectives because Germany was continuously having to pay fewer reparations after making the Dawes Plan and now the Young Plan.

Beginning of Great Depression

Oct 24, 1929

I chose this photo because it represents how Hitler was easily able to spread his ideologies after the Great Depression began and Germany fell due to the United States' loans. Contributing to Hitler's rise to power.

Von Papen’s deal with Hitler

1933

I chose this photo because it highlights how Hitler and Von Papen dishonorably climbed the rankings in the Weimar government and manipulated other people for their own benefit.

Hitler becomes Chancellor

Jan 30, 1933

I chose this photo because it highlights Hitler's popularity and the rise of the Nazi party and the shift from democratic to Nazism toward the end of the Weimar Government.