The Weimar Republic

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In this episode, Katie and Datshiane will look at the establishment of the Weimar Republic, the German government formed in the aftermath of World War I. They'll explore its strengths and weaknesses, shedding light on the factors that shaped its initial instability and eventual recovery. Katie and Datshiane examine how these political and structural challenges influenced Germany’s economic recovery and cultural landscape. Key themes include democracy and politics, economic recovery, and the flourishing of German culture during this time. The time travelling reporters will bring to life scenes from the past and at the end there will be a short test to challenge your knowledge, followed by a concise summary and some helpful tips to solidify your understanding. Suitable for AQA, Edexcel, Eduqas and OCR. Presented by Datshiane Navanayagam and Katie Charlwood Written and produced by: Julian Mayers Exec Producer: Alison Vernon-Smith Time travelling reporters: Kitty Perrin and Jordan Ford Silver Time travelling sound design: Nick Romero Time travelling reporter written by: Ellie Dobing A Yada-Yada Audio Production for BBC Bitesize and BBC Sounds