Luxemburg sentenced for anti-militarist speeches on February 20, 1914.
On February 20, 1914, Rosa Luxemburg was sentenced in Frankfurt to a year in prison for inciting soldiers to disobedience through her anti-militarist rhetoric, part of her broader opposition to World War I. Her speeches challenged the prevailing militaristic sentiment of the time, positioning her as a principal voice in the pacifist movement. This event underscored her fearless commitment to socialist ideals and her determination to advocate for peace, despite formidable opposition from the state and her own party's pro-war stance.