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The First World War (1914–1918) had a devastating impact on Germany. The war brought military defeat, economic collapse, revolution, and the end of the Kaiser's rule. Understanding these events is essential because they explain why the Weimar Republic was created and why it faced such enormous problems from the very beginning. This is a key topic for the AQA GCSE History specification.
At the outbreak of war in August 1914, there was widespread enthusiasm in Germany. Most Germans believed the war would be short and victorious. The Schlieffen Plan aimed to defeat France quickly, then turn east to fight Russia.
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