Historical Events tagged with "ebert"

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Politics & Government

Friedrich Ebert Becomes President of Germany

February 11th, 1919 106 years ago

Friedrich Ebert was elected as the President of Germany during the Weimar Republic's early formation. Following the abdication of the Kaiser, Ebert was selected by the National Assembly, which convened in Weimar, to lead the country amidst political turmoil and social unrest. His election represented a shift towards a parliamentary democracy, where Ebert aimed to stabilize the nation after World War I and guide it through the transitional period. His moderate socialist views and commitment to cooperation with various political factions were seen as vital for uniting the nation.

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