FAQ About Otto von Bismarck
What was the Kulturkampf?
The Kulturkampf, or "culture struggle," was a series of policies initiated by Bismarck in the 1870s aimed at reducing the influence of the Catholic Church in Germany. Bismarck perceived the Church as a political threat to the newly unified German state. The policies included increased state control over church activities, education, and civil marriage. Although they faced strong opposition and were eventually relaxed, these measures were part of Bismarck's broader effort to consolidate state power.
