In October 1918, German sailors at the naval base in Wilhelmshaven revolted against orders to engage in a final naval battle against the British Royal Navy. Facing poor morale and the impending defeat in World War I, the sailors refused to sail, leading to widespread unrest and strikes among workers and soldiers. This uprising marked a significant moment in the broader German Revolution, which ultimately contributed to the abdication of the Kaiser and the end of the war.
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