Kapp Putsch Collection
In 1920, Germany was engulfed in the chaos and aftermath of the Kapp Putsch
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In 1920, Germany was engulfed in the chaos and aftermath of the Kapp Putsch. The Ehrhart Brigade officer stood before a crowd in Berlin, delivering anti-revolution propaganda to rally support against the uprising. Meanwhile, the city itself bore witness to the devastating consequences of the general strike that followed. Destroyed houses and apartment buildings lay scattered across Berlin, their once vibrant existence reduced to rubble. Even police headquarters were not spared from attack during this tumultuous time. As photographs captured these scenes of destruction, they served as a haunting reminder of the violence that had unfolded. The tower of St. Georges Church stood no more, its majestic presence now nothing but remnants amidst the ruins caused by the general strike. Looted freight cars became symbols of lawlessness and disorder within a city grappling with political instability. Amidst all this turmoil, artillery from Marine-Brigade Ehrhardt positioned near Brandenburg posed an ominous threat to those who dared challenge their authority. Demonstrations erupted at Potsdamerplatz as people sought solace in unity while facing uncertain times. Throughout Germany, bill distribution played a crucial role in disseminating information about these events and shaping public opinion on both sides of this conflict-ridden period. The Kapp Putsch may have left scars on Berlin's landscape and collective memory, but it also ignited resilience among its citizens who refused to succumb to authoritarian rule without putting up a fight for their democratic ideals.