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What was the Break with Bismarck
The final break came as Bismarck searched for a new parliamentary majority, with his Kartell voted from power due to the anti-Socialist bill fiasco.
Why did Wilhelm II reject the peaceful foreign policy
Wilhelm II rejected Bismarck's peaceful foreign policy and instead plotted with senior generals to work in favour of a war of aggression.
Are there any other interesting aspects about the Wilhelm II, German Emperor article?
What kind of social problems was Wilhelm II interested in during the break with bismarck
As the debate continued, Wilhelm II became interested in the treatment of mine workers who went on strike in 1889.

Question: Why did they go on strike
Self-contained rewrite: Why did the mine workers go on strike in 1889?