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Paper 1: MTGW Germany Terminology (IBDP History)

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Schlieffen Plan (Aug 1914)

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Schlieffen Plan (Aug 1914)

Germany intended to achieve a swift victory over France after attacking Russia, but ended up being a much longer war. (created 1905, employed in a modified format in 1914, which ultimately failed)

Armistice of 11 November 1918 (Nov 1918)

The Kaiser abdicated and the new socialist government agreed to armistice. Armistice that ended the fighting on land, sea & air in WWI; German leaders later labelled the 'November Criminals'.

November Revolution (1918)

The population was angry at the outcome of WWI. Led to the abdication of Kaiser Wilhelm II. The declaration of a republic by Philip Scheidemann, an SPD (Social Democratic Party) leader, was followed two
days later by the signing of an armistice with the Allied powers.

Spartacist Revolt (Jan 1919)

A left-wing uprising designed to establish a communist state in Germany. Following this, the Weimar government was established to replace autocratic rule.

Treaty of Versailles (June 1919)

Peace treaty from mainly Wilson, Lloyd George & Clemenceau that placed blame primarily on Germany (War Guilt Clause). Japan failed to get the racial equality clause included. Italian Prime Minister Orlando resigns because of limited success at Versailles.