Karl Liebknecht

Who was Karl Liebknecht?

Karl Liebknecht was one of the leaders of the Spartacist League who were a group of extreme socialists from the Independent Socialist Party (USPD) and supporters of the Communist Party in Germany.

When was Karl Liebknecht active?

Karl Liebknecht led the Spartacist uprising in January 1919.

Why was Karl Liebknecht important to the Weimar Republic?

Karl Liebknecht was important because he and Rosa Luxemburg led a failed attempt to overthrow the Weimar Republic in January 1919.

When did Karl Liebknecht die?

Karl Liebknecht died on 16th January, 1919.

Who killed Karl Liebknecht?

Karl Liebknecht was killed by members of the Freikorps.