Germany 1918 Overview

  • Germany Created: 1871 as The Reich (Empire).

  • Military Focus: Strong military, aimed for power.

  • Imperial Ambitions: Sought an empire like other European nations.

  • Leadership:

    • Ruled by The Kaiser (King/Emperor).

    • Advised by The Reichstag (Parliament).

    • Kaiser Wilhelm II (from 1888): ambitious, aggressive, admired GB.

  • Rivalry with GB: Initially friends, then rivals due to Germany's desire to emulate GB.