1.1.1 The Paris Peace Conference Flashcards
What did Germany do at the end of the First World War?
They surrendered and signed an armistice saying that they would: pay reparations, give Alsace-Lorraine back to France, and move the German army out of the Rhineland
What did many Germans feel about Germany losing the war and the Kaiser fleeing?
Many Germans felt that the Kaiser was to blame for losing the War and because he fled, that was the punishment over
In January 1919, 32 countries met in the Palace of Versailles to decide the terms of the final peace treaties. What did this Conference become known as?
The Paris Peace Conference
Which main country was not present at the Paris Peace Conference?
Germany
Why did the victorious allies meet up at the Palace of Versailles?
To decide how to deal with the losing countries
Who were the discussions at the Paris Peace Conference led by?
‘The Big Three’ - David Lloyd George, Georges Clemenceau and Woodrow Wilson
What was David Lloyd George’s position of power?
Prime Minister of Britian
What was Georges Clemenceau’s position of power?
Prime Minister of France
What was Woodrow Wilson’s position of power?
President of the USA
How long did the Paris Peace Conference last?
12 months
Why did ‘The Big Three’ have to act quickly with their peace conference?
Europe was falling apart
When the First World War ended, where did the Kaiser flee to?
Holland
Which country was not present at the Paris Peace Conference?
Germany
