In Weimar Germany, who was Gustav Stresemann?
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In Weimar Germany, who was Gustav Stresemann?
Gustav Stresemann was a nationalist who became chancellor in August 1923 and later established the DVP (People’s Party), aiming to control inflation, regain Europe’s respect, and minimise support for extremist parties.
When was the Rentenmark introduced in Weimar Germany?
The Rentamark was introduced in Weimar Germany in November 1923. This was a gold standard currency and helped to control inflation.
True or False?
The Dawes Plan was introduced in 1924 by the USA to help Germany with reparations.
True.
The Dawes Plan was introduced in 1924 by the USA to help Germany with reparations. It was created by an American banker Charles G. Dawes.
The 1924 Dawes Plan reduced the reparations Germany had to pay to the Allies by how many pounds a year?
The 1924 Dawes Plan reduced the reparations Germany had to pay to the Allies to £50 million a year.
How much money did the Dawes Plan promise to give to German industry from 1924 to 1930?
The Dawes Plan promised to give $25 billion to German industry from 1924-30.
Did all Germans support the Dawes Plan in 1924?
No.
Some Germans believed the German economy would become too dependent on American loans and extremists believed Germany should not be paying reparations at all.
What was the 1929 Young Plan?
The 1929 Young Plan aimed to further reduce Germany's reparations, extend the repayment deadline, and improve relations with the Allies. It was created by an American banker called Owen Young.
How much did the 1929 Young Plan reduce the total reparations bill?
The 1929 Young Plan reduce the total reparations bill from £6.6 billion to £2 billion
Were the German people in favour of the 1929 Young Plan?
Yes.
In 1929, 85% of voters were in favour of the Young Plan. This was roughly 35 million German citizens.
True or False?
The French army left the Rhineland in 1930.
True.
The French army left the Rhineland in 1930 because the issue of reparation payments had been settled in the Locarno Treaty and the Young Plan.
When was the Locarno Treaty signed?
The Locarno Treaty was signed in 1925.
What was the 1925 Locarno Treaty?
The 1925 Locarno Treaty was an agreement between Germany, Britain, France, Italy, and Belgium, signed on December 1st, 1925, in Switzerland, aiming to ensure peace, accept borders, and demilitarize the Rhineland.
In what year was Gustav Stresemann awarded the Nobel Peace Prize?
Gustav Stresemann was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize in 1926
True or False?
France and Belgium promised to keep peace with each other under the Locarno Pact.
False. France and Germany promised to keep peace with each other under the Locarno Pact.
Define the League of Nations.
The League of Nations was an association of countries established in 1919 by the Treaty of Versailles to promote international cooperation and achieve world peace.
True or False?
The League of Nations was based on President Woodrow Wilson's 14 Points.
True.
The League of Nations was based on President Woodrow Wilson's 14 Points.
Did Germany's membership in the League of Nations increase or decrease German citizens' confidence in the Weimar Republic?
Increase.
Germany's membership in the League of Nations increased German citizens' confidence in the Weimar Republic. However, some people did not want anything to do with the League of Nations. It was associated with the hated Treaty of Versailles.