And the Kaiser abdicates: The German Revolution November 1918-August 1919

And the Kaiser abdicates: The German Revolution November 1918-August 1919

Unveiling the Turmoil: Germany's Historic Revolution 1918-1919By S. Miles Bouton
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In "And the Kaiser Abdicates: The German Revolution November 1918-August 1919," S. Miles Bouton meticulously examines the tumultuous period that marked the end of the German Empire and the onset of the Weimar Republic. Employing a blend of narrative history and analytical discourse, Bouton illuminates the complexities of the social, political, and economic upheaval following World War I. The author's deft use of primary sources and contemporary accounts provides a vivid tableau of revolutionaries, soldiers, and ordinary citizens grappling with the massive shifts in their world. This work is not just a recounting of events but an exploration of the ideological struggles that shaped the nascent years of modern Germany. S. Miles Bouton, an esteemed historian specializing in German history and revolutionary movements, draws on extensive research and his background in political discourse, providing a context that enriches the narrative. His academic rigor and passion for the subject matter stem from a long-standing interest in the formative moments of the 20th century, which led him to focus on this pivotal event that signaled the collapse of imperialism and the rise of new political ideologies. This book is highly recommended for scholars, students, and general readers alike who seek a nuanced understanding of a crucial yet often overlooked chapter of European history. Bouton's comprehensive analysis not only sheds light on the German Revolution itself but also serves as a lens through which to understand the broader implications for global politics during the interwar period.

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GenreHistory
Length8 hrs 36 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateSep 18, 2023
LanguageEnglish

Table of contents

1Foreword.
2The Governmental Structure of Germany.
3The German Conception of the State.
4Internationalism and Vaterlandslose Gesellen.
5Germany under the "Hunger-Blockade."
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6Internationalism at Work.
7Propaganda and Morale.
8Germany Requests an Armistice.
9The Last Days of Imperial Germany.
10A Revolt Which Became a Revolution.
11The Revolution Reaches Berlin.
12The Kaiser Abdicates.
13"The German Socialistic Republic."
14"The New Freedom."
15The Majority Socialists in Control.
16Liebknecht Tries to Overthrow the Government; Is Arrested and Killed.
17The National Assembly.
18The Spartacans Rise Again.
19Red or White Internationalism Which?
20The Weimar Constitution
21Glossary.
22The Constitution of the German Commonwealth
23PREAMBLE
24CHAPTER I Structure and Functions of the Commonwealth.
25ARTICLE 1
26ARTICLE 2
27ARTICLE 3
28ARTICLE 4
29ARTICLE 5
30ARTICLE 6
31ARTICLE 7
32ARTICLE 8
33ARTICLE 9
34ARTICLE 10
35ARTICLE 11
36ARTICLE 12
37ARTICLE 13
38ARTICLE 14
39ARTICLE 15
40ARTICLE 16
41ARTICLE 17
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