In the history of Austria, which residential housing complex in Vienna became the symbol of armed resistance during the Austrian Civil War of February 1934?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: C. Karl-Marx-Hof
- Step 1: The monumental Karl-Marx-Hof in Döbling was fortified by the Schutzbund and bombarded by government artillery during the bloody civil clash of 12–15 February 1934. Answer: Karl-Marx-Hof. Why not the others: Sandleitenhof, Rabenhof and George-Washington-Hof do not fit this historical event or context.
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