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Reichstag - GCSE History Definition

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The Reichstag is an important historical building in Berlin, Germany. Originally, it was the meeting place of the German Parliament From 1894 until 1933, it was the meeting place of the German Parliament and it has a played a significant role in German history. In 1933, a fire damaged the building, which the Nazis used as a reason to suspend democracy and pass laws limiting people's freedoms. After Germany's reunification in 1990, the Reichstag was restored and is now the home of the German Parliament again. The building is famous for its glass dome, which stands as a symbol of transparency in government. Studying the Reichstag helps us understand Germany's political history and its journey towards democracy.

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Zoe has worked in education for 10 years as a teaching assistant and a teacher. This has given her an in-depth perspective on how to support all learners to achieve to the best of their ability. She has been the Lead of Key Stage 4 History, showing her expertise in the Edexcel GCSE syllabus and how best to revise. Ever since she was a child, Zoe has been passionate about history. She believes now, more than ever, the study of history is vital to explaining the ever-changing world around us. Zoe’s focus is to create accessible content that breaks down key historical concepts and themes to achieve GCSE success.

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