Germany: Kaiserreich 1871-1914

when did Bismarck introduce tariffs on imports and why?

1878, believed Germany should not be dependant on foreign imports in case of war. Threat to agricultural incomes would undermine economic position of Junker aristocracy(they own most of the farms), price of wheat and rye were declining, tariffs could increase gov income.

how many states were represented in the new German constitution

25

what was the septennial law

voting on military budget every 7 years, was a compromise

who was Bennigsen?

leader of National Liberals, cooperated with Bismarck to unite Germany

How did Bennigsen unite Germany

established national currency (Mark), national penal code and national postal code.

What and when was the Press law in 1874

1874, prosecuted editors who published material gov didn't approve of. Undermined liberal principle of freedom of press.