Terms of TOV Flashcards
When was the Treaty of Versailles signed?
June 28, 1919.
Who participated in the Paris Peace Conference, and what was Germany’s role?
The conference involved the Allied powers and defeated Central Powers. Germany was excluded from negotiations and forced to accept the terms.
What was the War Guilt Clause (Article 231)?
It forced Germany to accept full responsibility for starting World War I.
How much did Germany have to pay in reparations under the treaty?
132 billion gold marks (equivalent to £6.6 million at the time), causing severe economic strain.
What territorial losses did Germany face under the Treaty of Versailles?
Lost 13% of European territory.
Alsace-Lorraine returned to France. Memel went to Lithuania, Malkiedy to Belgium, West Prussia, Posen, and Upper Silesia to Poland. Danzig and Saar placed under League of Nations control. Saar’s coalmines controlled by France.
What restrictions were imposed on Germany’s military?
No tanks, air forces, or submarines. Army capped at 100,000 troops. Navy restricted to small ships.
What international organization was introduced in the treaty?
The League of Nations, aimed at preventing future conflicts.
