Treaty of Versailles, p. 54 Flashcards
Where did the “Big Three” meet to discuss the terms of the Treaty of Versailles?
They met in the Palace of Versailles, in Versailles, France.
What 3 countries represented the “Big Three”?
Britain, France, and the USA
Who represented the “Big Three”?
Britain: David Lloyd-George
France: Georges Clemenceau
USA: Woodrow Wilson
What conditions did David-Lloyd George of Britain want in the ToV?
He wanted to punish Germany harshly because of the war, and he wanted to get money from Germany, but he wanted Germany to be able to recover (trade).
What conditions did Georges Clemenceau of France want in the ToV?
He wanted to “crush” Germany as his country was the most affected during the war as well as being the most developed of the three. He wanted to prevent Germany from ever being able to be strong enough to become a major power, they were to pay massive reparations and he wanted Germany to have no army whatsoever.
What conditions did Woodrow Wilson of the USA want in the ToV?
He believed that the war was everyone’s fault as America was not really involved in the war, and he feared that if the treaty was too harsh, that Germany would want revenge.
In the end, what were the terms of the ToV? (8)
- They must sign to agree that they had started WW1
- Germany was not allowed to have an airforce, submarines, tanks.
- Were allowed a small army of 100 000 soldiers as well as 6 battleships
- No German soldiers allowed in Rhineland which was situated near the French border.
- Germany must pay for the war in money and goods (reparations)
- Germany had to hand over colonies to Britain and France
- League of Nations was set up to discuss how to handle future conflict
- Germany was not allowed to unite with Austria (forbade Anschluss)
Why did the big three make the most important decisions after WW1?
They were the most affected during the war.
Give 3 reasons why the Germans may have been unhappy with the Treaty of Versailles.
- Blamed for the war
- Few resources
- Little power
- Had to pay reparations
(Any 3)
In 1 sentence explain the purpose of the Treaty of Versailles.
Prevent Germany from taking over and to bring peace to the world.
