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1 The German Revolution and the end of the First World War
Date Key Event Autumn 1918 Germany is really struggling in the war. 3rd November 1918 The German navy in the Kiel naval base refuses to attack the British navy and mutinies. Rebellion spreads. 9th November 1918 The Kaiser abdicates and Ebert becomes chancellor. 11th November 1918 Germany surrenders (armistice) January 1919 A new National Assembly draws up a constitution in Weimar. June 1919 Germany is forced to sign the Versailles Treaty June 1920 New elections in Germany

2 Germany was greatly weakened by the terms of the Treaty of Versailles after the First World War. Three of the terms were:  The loss of German land  The reduction of Germany`s military strength  The payment of reparations Arrange the terms of the treaty in order of their significance in weakening Germany after the First World War. Explain your choices. [9] First choice - [9 x answer lines] Second choice - [9 x answer lines] Third choice -[9 x answer lines]

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