Kaiserreich
/ˈkaɪ.zəʁ.ʁaɪ̯ç/noun
The German Empire, especially during the period from 1871 to 1918.
Did you know?The term 'Kaiserreich' embodies not just imperial power, but also the shadows of militarism and nationalism that shaped Europe in the 20th century.
Etymological Timeline
Latin
Latin
Caesar
“A title used for Roman emperors, originally a family name.”
Old High German
OHG
keisar
“Derived from Latin 'Caesar', meaning 'emperor'.”
Middle High German
MHG
keiser
“The title for a sovereign or emperor.”
19th Century
German
Kaiserreich
“The term for the German Empire, established in 1871 under the Prussian monarchy.”
20th Century
German
Kaiserreich
“Refers to the historical period of the German Empire before its fall in 1918.”