Kaiser Wilhelm II was the last German Emperor and King of Prussia, ruling from 1888 to 1918, whose aggressive foreign policy is often blamed for escalating tensions leading to World War I. His abdication in 1918 marked the end of the German monarchy and paved the way for the establishment of the Weimar Republic.

Kaiser Wilhelm II

German Emperor

King of Prussia

Foreign policy refers to a government's strategy in managing its interactions and relationships with other countries, aiming to protect national interests, security, and economic prosperity. It encompasses diplomacy, trade agreements, military alliances, and international negotiations to influence global affairs and maintain geopolitical stability.

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World War I, also known as the Great War, was a global conflict that lasted from 1914 to 1918, involving many of the world's great powers divided into two opposing alliances: the Allies and the Central Powers. The war significantly altered geopolitical landscapes, led to the downfall of empires, and set the stage for World War II due to the unresolved issues and harsh treaties that followed.

World War I

Abdication in 1918

German monarchy

The Weimar Republic was the democratic government established in Germany after World War I, lasting from 1919 to 1933, which faced significant economic, political, and social challenges, ultimately leading to its collapse and the rise of the Nazi regime. It is often studied as a cautionary example of how fragile democracies can be undermined by internal and external pressures, including hyperinflation, political extremism, and the impact of the Treaty of Versailles.

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