treaty of versailles Flashcards
Who were the ‘Big Three’ at the Paris Peace Conference?
David Lloyd George (Britain), Woodrow Wilson (USA), Georges Clemenceau (France).
What was the main aim of the Treaty of Versailles?
To impose penalties and restrictions on Germany to prevent future aggression.
What were some of the key terms of the Treaty of Versailles?
Germany had to pay 6.6 billion pounds in reparations, lose territories, and limit its military to 100,000
Why did the Germans view the Treaty of Versailles as unfair?
It placed full blame for the war on Germany and imposed harsh economic and territorial penalties.I made the German people stabbed in the back by its politicians.
What was the League of Nations?
An international organization established to maintain peace and prevent future wars.
Why did the League of Nations fail to prevent World War Two?
It lacked enforcement power, the USA did not join, and key nations like Germany and Japan left.
