Background to the Treaty of Versailles

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Who drew up the Treaty of Versailles?

Britain, France, USA, Italy (the Allies of WWI)

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When did they draw it up?

After the armistice was signed

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Why did people think Germany would not be punished too harshly

  • Kaiser had abdicated

  • New government had no role in the war

  • Many believed they would not be blamed for starting the war

  • Hoped the allies would help them grow their new government and stabilise the economy

  • Woodrow Wilson’s 14 points speech


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What did Woodrow Wilson outline in his 14 points speech?

  • Principles of free trade, self-determination and the creation of an organisation (the UN)


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What actually happened?

Germany were punished harshly