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The Political Landscape of Modern Germany Post-1871: Institutions and Challenges

This lecture explores the political institutions of the newly unified German Empire established in 1871. It delves into the federal structure comprising 25 states, highlighting Prussian dominance and the system of governance involving the Emperor, Chancellor, and the Bundesrat and Reichstag bodies. Key themes include Bismarck’s political strategies, the rise of national parties, economic challenges like the 1873 depression, and the establishment of social welfare systems. Symbols of unity such as the Hohenzollern eagle and the black, red, and white flag illustrate the cultural context.

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The Political Landscape of Modern Germany Post-1871: Institutions and Challenges

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  1. HIST 2117: Modern GermanySpring 2014 Lecture Seven: 1871, The Newly Unified Germany

  2. Political Institutions of the German Empire • “Federal” Character: 25 States • Prussian Predominance • 3 Tiers of Government • Emperor and Chancellor • Federal Council (Bundesrat) • National Parliament (Reichstag) • Democratic Constitution • State Governments

  3. Symbols of German Unity • Hohenzollern Eagle, Black, Red, White Flag • Search for Heroes in German History • Holidays: Sedan Day

  4. Practical Politics and Bismarck’s Strategy • Centrality of Bismarck • Power Bases between Empire and States • Junker Conservatism, the Kreuzzeitung • National Political Parties • German Conservative Party • Free Conservatives • National Liberals • Progressives • Others (Center, Guelphs) • Social Democrats

  5. Political Issues after 1871 • Budgets and Taxation • Depression of 1873 • Alliance of Iron and Rye • Bismarck’s Social Welfare State • Uniform Legal Code • Nationalized Railroads and Post Office • National Health, Disability Insurance

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