Summary 4 - Stresemann's foreign policy - policy of fulfilment

Question 1

Stresemann pursued a policy of fulfilment, what does this refer to?

Answer 1

This refers to the method that Stresemann employed regarding his foreign policy.
He maintained conciliation with the allies whilst applying mild pressure for change
Germany fulfilled the Treaty of Versailles but encouraged its revision.

Question 2

What were the two aims of Stesemann’s policy of fulfilment?

Answer 2

• To restore Germany’s great power status
• To achieve revisions to the Treaty of Versailles

Question 3

What were the three aspects of the Treaty of Versailles that Stresemann sought revisions in?

Answer 3

• Reparations
• Military occupation (Ruhr and Rhineland)
• Borders in the East