key term - Weimar Republic

Definition

The Weimar Republic was the democratic government founded in Germany following World War I, existing from 1919 until 1933, when it was replaced by the Nazi regime. It was characterized by economic instability, political extremism, and significant cultural flourishing amidst challenges.

Related terms

Treaty of Versailles:

The peace treaty that ended World War I, imposing heavy reparations and territorial losses on Germany, significantly impacting the Weimar Republic's stability.

Hyperinflation: An economic condition experienced by the Weimar Republic in 1923, where currency value plummeted leading to prices soaring at an unprecedented rate.

Nazi Party: A political party that rose to prominence during the Weimar Republic's decline, leading to its replacement with a fascist dictatorship under Adolf Hitler in 1933.