why did germany fail to develop a strong succession of monarchies?

Answer 1

M.B. - The primary reason that no single monarchy or succession of monarchies developed in Germany was the constantly changing formant of the state. Until 1871, Germany was a confederation of smaller Germanic states like Austria, Prussia and, earlier on, the Palentine. Each of these had their own monarchies, which shared a common problem: lack of money. Most princes, in order to gain and hold their thrones, promised more money and favors to their electors than they had in their coffers. This lowered their effectiveness and ensured struggles for power in their individual states. When Germany was finally united, it was under Chancellor Otto von Bismarck, a powerful leader but a commoner. The German monarchy ended after World War I, when Kaiser Wilhelm was defeated.

Answer 2

Because Germany wasn't even one country until the end of the 19th century.

Answer 3

Every time.