Germans return to homeland, poverty in germany, workers' riots, December 1918.

The video discusses the aftermath of World War I, highlighting the immense loss of life and the global impact. It covers the challenges of reintegrating soldiers and rebuilding war-torn areas, amidst political instability and a continuing British blockade. The Spanish flu pandemic exacerbates the situation, leading to fears of a Bolshevik-style revolution. In response, Freikorps are formed, composed of volunteers and former soldiers, to counter revolutionary threats. The video concludes with soldiers returning to a homeland still in turmoil, facing a bleak and uncertain future.

What was one of the major impacts of the early 20th-century war?

• The establishment of new global trade routes

• The loss of over nine million lives

• The discovery of new continents

• The rise of new technological innovations

What continued to affect the population despite the armistice?

• The rise of new political parties

• The British naval blockade

• The introduction of new currencies

• The discovery of new lands

What was a significant global health crisis during this period?

• The Spanish flu pandemic

• The Black Death

• The Ebola outbreak

• The Zika virus spread

Who primarily made up the Freikorps?

• Former soldiers and students

• Newly recruited foreign mercenaries

• International peacekeepers

• Local government officials

What was the atmosphere like when the troops returned home?

• Prosperous and thriving

• Unsettled and tense

• Calm and peaceful

• Joyful and celebratory