Asked by anessa taylor on Jul 23, 2024

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Why did the new German Republic choose Weimar as its capital?

A) Weimar was an important industrial center that would drive the economy of the new Germany forward.
B) Weimar was an important military site,so choosing it signaled to the world Germany's desire to rearm.
C) Weimar was not in Prussia,signaling a desire to move away from Prussian military and aristocratic traditions.
D) Weimar was the birthplace of Kaiser Wilhelm II.
E) Weimar was the center of anti-French sentiment in Germany.

Weimar

Refers to the German city known for its cultural significance, and also to the Weimar Republic, Germany's government from 1919 to 1933, marked by political instability and economic crises.

Military Site

Refers to a specific location that is directly associated with, or used by, armed forces, such as bases, camps, barracks, and battlefields.

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Brett TaylorJul 25, 2024
Final Answer :
C
Explanation :
The new German Republic chose Weimar as its capital because it was not in Prussia, signaling a desire to move away from Prussian military and aristocratic traditions.