Synopsis
Die Novemberrevolution 1918 (The November Revolution 1918) (1956) is a short East German documentary directed by Andrew and Annelie Thorndike. Produced by DEFA, the 6-minute film explores the pivotal events of the November Revolution, which led to the abdication of Kaiser Wilhelm II and the establishment of the Weimar Republic. Using historical footage, it examines the socio-political upheavals in Germany at the end of World War I, offering a concise yet impactful portrayal of this transformative period in German history.
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