Germany's International Position 1924-28 Flashcards
What job did Stresemann have 1923-29?
Foreign Minister
How was Germany regarded by other countries in 1923?
Germany was regarded with distrust and suspicion. Many Europeans believed Germany would try and take back the land it lost in the Treaty of Versailles.
Stresseman’s Policy of Fulfilment
Germany cooperating with the Allies about the reparations in an effort to a revision of the terms
Contradicted the view of the right who wanted to reject the treaty and rebuild its army to regain lost territory
What was the Locarno Pact?
An agreement showing Germany accepted its post-WWI borders and that it would keep its troops out of the Rhineland
Who signed the Locarno Pact?
Germany, France, Britain, Belgium and Italy
What was the significance of the Locarno Pact?
1) It showed Germany was being welcomed back into the international community
2) It helped pave the way for Germany to join the League of Nations the following year (1926)
When was the Locarno Pact signed?
1925
When did Germany join the League of Nations?
1926
Why was Germany’s acceptance into the League important?
1) It helped restore a sense of national pride and prestige to Germany
2) It showed Germany was once again considered a ‘great power’ in Europe
3) It showed other European countries saw Germany once again as a responsible nation
What did Stresemann receive in 1926?
The Nobel Peace Prize
Post War similarities of the USSR and Germany
- Both defeated in war and received punitive peace treaties
- Both treated as outcasts and refused entry into League of Nations initially
- Felt existence of Poland was a threat to their existence
Treaty of Rapallo
- Resumed trade and economic cooperation
- Diplomatic relations restored
- Germany allowed to develop weapons and train pilots in Russia showing intent to get around temrs of ToV
Treaty of Berlin
April 1926 Germany and USSR renewed the Rapallo Treaty
Added that Germany would remain neutral if USSR got involved in war
Showed Stresseman hadn’t abandoned his desire to secure a revision of Germany’s eastern frontiers
How did the Allies manage Disarmament?
To ensure compliance with the treaty allied forces occupied the Rhineland and an IMCC was established to monitor disarmament
Extent of Disarmament
Treaty of Rapallo showed efforts to get around disarmament clauses
Secret rearmament didn’t provide Germany with a fully operational force but ensured they didn’t fall behind in technological developments
What was the Kellogg-Briand Pact?
An agreement to settle international disputes through peaceful means
What was the significance of the Kellogg-Briand Pact?
It was a high point for international co-operation. It showed there was widespread support for peace.
When was the Kellogg-Briand Pact signed?
1928
The End of Allied Occupation
Allied powers removed occupying forces in a step by step process after years of German cooperation. Troops were removed all 3 Zones by 1930 and withdrew the IMCC.
Generally, during this period, did foreign relations improve?
Yes. In 1923, Germany was treated with distrust by other European countries. By 1929, it was being treated as an equal.
Who was unhappy with Germany’s foreign policy during this period?
Nationalists - they criticized Stresemann for signing the Locarno Pact because it accepted the Treaty of Versailles
Summary of Stressemans work
Achieved his long term goal of Treaty of Versaille revision through cooperation all whilst maintaining secret military arrangements with the USSR
