Question

What are the features of Frankfurt parliament?-3 marks

Answer 1

The Frankfurt Assembly was the first freely elected parliament for all of Germany. Frankfurt Parliament was convened in March 1848.It was brought about by a large number of political associations, middle class professionals, businessmen and prosperous artisans.It was convened at the Church of St. Paul.Headed by monarchy subject to Parliament.

Women were only mute spectators to stand in the visitor's gallery.The dominant middle classes resisted the demands of the workers and artisans, hence lost their support.The opposition of the aristocracy and military became stronger, the social basis of parliament eroded.