Die Entstehung der Verfassung des Landes Hessen von 1946

The Hesse constitution, signed in 1946, is the oldest German constitution in force. In many respects, the Hesse constitution influenced the German Grundgesetz (Basic Law). It does, however, differ strongly from the Grundgesetz, since it outlines the concept of a socialistic society and economic system. Examples of this are far-reaching social human rights and an economy whose purpose is to serve the welfare and the needs of the people, including the socialization of entire industries. On the basis of extensive research in various archives, Martin Will tells the intriguing story of how the Hesse constitution originated.