Ruhr Uprising - 3 Minute History

The German Revolution led to the formation of the Weimar government under Friedrich Ebert. Post-war, unemployed soldiers formed paramilitaries, leading to the Kapp Putsch in 1920. The Putsch was countered by a general strike, halting industry. The Ruhr region saw the rise of the Red Army, which clashed with government forces. The Bielefeld Agreement attempted to disarm rebels, but military actions continued. Political shifts followed, with the SPD losing support. In 1923, the French occupied the Ruhr due to reparations default, further altering the political landscape.

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