14 points Flashcards
What were Wilson’s Fourteen Points, and when were they proposed?
Wilson’s Fourteen Points, proposed on January 8, 1918, were a set of principles aimed at establishing a peaceful world order after World War I.
What were the main goals of the Fourteen Points?
The goals were to promote peace, self-determination, and address the root causes of conflict.
What were the key principles of Wilson’s Fourteen Points?
Open diplomacy (no secret treaties).
Reduction of armaments.
Evacuation of Russian and Belgian territories.
Return of Alsace-Lorraine to France.
Redrawing borders based on self-determination (e.g., Italy, Balkans).
Independence for non-Turkish regions under Ottoman control.
Creation of an independent Poland with sea access.
Free trade and removal of economic barriers.
Establishment of the League of Nations to prevent wars.
What did Germany expect from the Fourteen Points?
Fair treatment and inclusion in negotiations.
Equal application of principles, such as disarmament and empire reduction.
Why did Germany resent the Fourteen Points?
Germany faced humiliation and territorial losses, such as the return of Alsace-Lorraine to France.
How did European leaders like Clemenceau view the Fourteen Points?
Clemenceau saw them as too idealistic and prioritized security, reparations, and weakening Germany instead.
What happened to the League of Nations proposed by Wilson?
The U.S. Senate rejected joining the League, weakening its global influence and enforcement.
How did the Fourteen Points influence the Treaty of Versailles?
The Fourteen Points inspired some elements of the treaty but clashed with European leaders’ focus on harsher terms for Germany.
