Liebknecht Collection

Breaking up of a meeting of a meeting of the Social Democrats, Leipzig, 1881
527316 Breaking up of a meeting of a meeting of the Social Democrats, Leipzig, 1881. Among the participants were Wilhelm Liebknecht and August Bebel. Engraving.; Universal History Archive/UIG.

The Spartacus League (Spartakusbund), 1919. Creator: Hirsch, Karl Jakob (1892-1952)
The Spartacus League (Spartakusbund), 1919. Private Collection.

Portrait of Karl Liebknecht (1871-1919), 1910. Creator: Anonymous
Portrait of Karl Liebknecht (1871-1919), 1910. Private Collection

Karl Liebknecht (1871-1919). Creator: Anonymous
Karl Liebknecht (1871-1919). Private Collection

Les Chefs (b / w photo)
6006532 Les Chefs (b/w photo) by European Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Les Chefs. Illustration for L Allemagne Moderne by Jules Huret (Pierre Lafitte)

Commemorative sheet for Karl Liebknecht, 1920. Creator: Kollwitz, Kathe (1867-1945)
Commemorative sheet for Karl Liebknecht, 1920. Private Collection

Members of the Peoples Marine Division on the Balcony of the City Palace, December 1918, 1918, (193)
Members of the Peoples Marine Division on the Balcony of the City Palace, December 1918, 1918, (1938). The Berlin City Palace the royal and imperial palace in the centre of Berlin

Wilhelm Liebknecht, 19th century German social democrat, (1903). Liebknecht (1826-1900) took part in the Baden Insurrection of 1848-1849 after which he fled into exile

Four German socialists, (1903). Karl Heinrich Marx, German philosopher, political economist, and revolutionary; Ferdinand Lasalle, German jurist and socialist political activist; Wilhelm Liebknecht

Germany. Congress of Gotha, 1875, where was founded the German Socialist Party (SPD). Reminder sheet with portrait of Marx and Lassalle at the centre

Wilhelm Liebknecht (1826-1900). German social democrat. Foun
Wilhelm Liebknecht (1826-1900). German social democrat and one of the principal founders of the SPD. Engraving by Universal History, 1885. Colored

Lovis Corinth, Carl Liebknecht (Totenmaske Liebknechts), German, 1858 - 1925, 1920, lithograph

WORLD WAR I: SPARTACISTS. Followers of Karl Liebknecht carrying machine guns obtained from seized arsenals in Berlin, Germany. Photograph c1919

KARL LIEBKNECHT (1871-1919). German lawyer and politician. Photographed c1915

WILHELM LIEBKNECHT (1826-1900). German journalist and politician. Photographed in Leipzig, c1890

Wilhelm Liebknecht (1826-1900) German social democrat. Took part in Baden Insurrection 1848-1849 and fled into exile. Elected to Reichstag 1867. Engraving

Social Democratic members of Reichstag, 1889
Social Democratic members of the Reichstag posing in the foyer of the Reichstag building, 1889. Standing left to right: Dietz, Kuhn, Liebknecht, Grillenberger, and Singer

Wilhelm Liebknecht
WILHELM LIEBKNECHT German journalist and radical statesman, in his later years. Date: 1826 - 1900

Karl Liebknecht, German socialist and communist
Karl Liebknecht (1871-1919), German socialist and co-founder with Rosa Luxemburg of the Spartacus League and the Communist Party of Germany. Seen here (right) with an unidentified man

Propaganda on Stage 2
The finale of the stage play Russias Day featuring happy revolutionaries with portraits of revolutionary heroes Rosa Luxemburg and Carl Liebknecht

Karl Liebknecht / Postcard
KARL LIEBKNECHT German left-wing statesman who opposed WWI, in 1918 formed the Spartacus League which became the German Communist Party; he was assassinated Date: 1871 - 1919

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"Remembering Karl Liebknecht: A Revolutionary Leader and Champion of the Working Class" Karl Liebknecht, a prominent figure in German history, played a pivotal role in shaping the political landscape during the Congress of Gotha in 1875. As an advocate for communism and young workers' rights, his influence was undeniable. In Les Chefs (b/w photo), we catch a glimpse of Liebknecht's determination and unwavering commitment to his cause. The commemorative sheet by Kathe Kollwitz in 1920 pays homage to this remarkable leader who fearlessly fought for justice. Liebknecht's legacy is further highlighted by the iconic image captured on the balcony of the City Palace in December 1918. Members of the Peoples Marine Division stand proudly alongside him, symbolizing their shared vision for change during those tumultuous times. Wilhelm Liebknecht, Karl's father and a renowned social democrat himself, also left an indelible mark on German politics. His contributions are immortalized through photographs like Four German Socialists (1903) and Wilhelm Liebknecht (1826-1900). These images serve as reminders of their family's dedication to improving society. The Totenmaske Liebknechts by Lovis Corinth showcases another aspect of Karl's life - his tragic death following World War I. Despite facing immense challenges, he remained steadfast until the end. Liebknecht's followers were known as Spartacists; they carried machine guns obtained during World War I as they marched forward with unwavering resolve. Their actions exemplified their loyalty to Karl's ideals and their determination to create lasting change. Today, we remember Karl Liebknecht as a visionary leader who championed equality and social justice for all. His impact resonates even now, reminding us that true progress often requires sacrifice but can lead to profound transformation.