Interview

Jahr100Wissen: A man of balance

25.02.2025|11:04 Uhr

Friedrich Ebert, the first President of the Weimar Republic, died on 28 February 1925. He was a man who came from humble beginnings and worked his way up to the top of the state. However, his time in office was characterised by political tensions and bitter battles for the young democracy. In the Jahr100Wissen interview, Wuppertal historian Dr Arne Karsten talks about Ebert's life, his political challenges and his legacy.

PD Dr Arne Karsten // Photo Sebastian Jarych

This is a contribution by the UniService Third Mission, which is also published by the university communications department of the University of Wuppertal. In the "Jahr100Wissen" series, researchers at the University of Wuppertal look at events 100 years ago that were of particular importance to society.

You can find the entire article "A man of balance" on the pages of the UniService Third Mission.

 

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