Why did Scheidemann resign as Reich Minister President?
Due to health issues
Disagreement on the Treaty of Versailles terms
Loss in national elections
Corruption allegations
Answer
Scheidemann resigned as Reich Minister President because he disagreed with the terms of the Treaty of Versailles. The treaty imposed harsh reparations on Germany, which Scheidemann believed would cripple the country's economy and lead to social unrest. He also objected to the treaty's provisions that stripped Germany of territory and military power.
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