A referendum on militarisation and peace was held in East Germany on 5 June 1951.^[1] Voters were asked "Are you against the remilitarisation of Germany and for the conclusion of a peace treaty with Germany in the year 1951?".^[1] It was approved by 95.98% of voters.^[1]

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1951 East German referendum

5 June 1951 (1951-06-05)
Are you against the remilitarisation of Germany and for the conclusion of a peace treaty with Germany in the year 1951?
Results
Choice Votes  % Yes 13,034,477 95.98% No 546,622 4.02% Valid votes 13,581,099 99.72% Invalid or blank votes 37,625 0.28% Total votes 13,618,724 100.00% Registered voters/turnout 13,700,000 99.41%

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