End of the War - Treaty of Versailles

Treaty of Versailles Key Terms

  • War Guilt Clause

    • Germany accepts full responsibility for the war.

    • Basis for reparations to France, Belgium, and the UK.

    • Case Addressed: Responsibility for the war.

  • Respect for Independence

    • Germany must honor the independence of Austria, Hungary, Czechoslovakia, Poland, etc.

    • Case Addressed: Restructuring of Europe.

  • Colonial Losses

    • Germany must surrender all colonies in Africa and Asia.

    • Case Addressed: Punishment and restructuring of global power.

  • Formation of League of Nations

    • Establishes a platform for collective security and diplomatic resolutions.

    • Case Addressed: Prevention of future conflict.

  • Demilitarization of the Rhineland

    • Germany demilitarized the east and west banks of the Rhine River.

    • Case Addressed: Prevention of future conflict and punishment.

  • Military Restrictions

    • Reduction to a 100,000 man army, no air force, and zero submarines.

    • Strict limits on naval vessels.

    • Case Addressed: Punishment and prevention of future conflict.