Germany 1890-1945: Socialism 🏭 GCSE History Learning & Revision

In this episode, we’ll explore the rise of socialism as a response to worker exploitation during industrialisation. We’ll discuss its core principle—the fair distribution of industrial profits—and examine how the Social Democratic Party (SPD) gained political influence in the Reichstag. We’ll also look at the government’s reaction, including social reforms aimed at maintaining worker loyalty. Finally, we’ll break down key changes such as restrictions on child labour, limits on working hours, and the expansion of health insurance.Don't miss out on subscribing for more educational content tailored to help you succeed in your exams. Perfect for AQA, OCR, Edexcel, CIE and WJEC exam boards.⁠Click here to see all of our GCSE History content!