Reactions to the ToV Flashcards
What were the Germans reactions to the Treaty?
They were furious with the terms.
What were the conditions with the reparations payments?
They were not beyond Germany’s reach to pay and kept Germany strong enough for them to resist any spread of Communism from Russia.
Which president wanted revenge from Germany?
President Clemenceau of France. This grudge could’ve made the terms more severe.
What was the punishment of Germany compared to?
The punishment of Russia in 1918. The Germans had punished Russia in the treaty of Brest-Litovsk in 1918.
What was the point of view of the Allies regarding the treaty?
If the Germans had won, their terms would’ve been harsher.
What was Germany expected to do?
They were expected to hand over some of her assets and that considerable disarmament would be expected.
What was created from the treaty?
A new state of Poland with access to the sea
What led to the return of Alsace-Lorraine to France?
Wilsons 14 point programme as well as the armistice.
What were Germany’s war aims?
1) Annexation of territory
2) Expansion of their empire
3) harsher reparation bills on the Allies
