The Golden Age of Weimar 1924-29

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Improved international relations
The Golden Age of Weimar 1924-29
Greater Political Stability
Greater Economic Stability
Cultural/Artistic Revival
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Why do you think the Golden Years officially came
to an end in 1929?
Shortly before Gustav Stresemann died in 1929 he
stated The economic position is only
flourishing on the surface. Germany is in fact
dancing on a volcano. If the short-term credits
are called in, a large section of our economy
would collapse.
Who was Gustav Stresemann and what are
short-term credits (loans)?
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Unemployent in Germany 1928-1933
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This source dates from 1932.
What can you see?
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The elderly those with little support
The caption reads Our Last Hope - Hitler The
poster is aimed at all sections of society The
people of Germany look worn out, emotionally
drained, under stress
Mothers and Families
Workers and the unemployed
The Middle Classes
What is the message behind the poster?
How effective is this example of Nazi propaganda?
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Use the worksheet to complete this spider diagram
Which groups of people suffered within Germany
following the Wall Street Crash?
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What part did the Wall Street Crash play in
Hitlers Rise to Power?
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What part did the Wall Street Crash play in
Hitlers Rise to Power?
Hitler gave people hope and offered stronger
leadership, stability and greater prosperity.
Political parties were divided over how best to
handle the depression
The Crash ended the relative stability of the
Golden Years people were doubly bitter
The Weimar Republic introduced unpopular policies
raising taxes, cutting wages and reducing
unemployment benefit
Hitler promised bread, jobs and homes
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Key Word Glossary
Article 48 A part of the Constitution that
stated that laws could be passed by the President
of Germany if there was an emergency, without
having to ask the Governments permission first.
Coalition An alliance, usually between
political parties.
Democracy The right to elect members of
Parliament who will represent your views. The
people choose the government.
Depression A time of economic difficulty a
slump.
Dictatorship A one party state. One person
leads that party and is the absolute ruler of the
state.
Constitution - The laws by which a country is
governed or run