Politics & Government

Hindenburg's Direct Rule Over Prussia Established

German President Paul von Hindenburg issued a decree placing the Free State of Prussia directly under the authority of the national government. This action was a response to the administrative chaos and political difficulties facing Prussia during a time of economic distress. Hindenburg's decision effectively sidelined the Prussian government and marked a significant consolidation of federal authority over state governance in Germany, with the aim of restoring order and stability.

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