Treaty of Versailles imposes harsh terms on Germany from "summary" of The Origins of the First World War by Annika Mombauer
The Treaty of Versailles, signed in June 1919, was intended to bring an end to the First World War and ensure lasting peace in Europe. However, the terms imposed on Germany were seen as particularly severe and punitive by many, leading to resentment and a sense of injustice among the German people. One of the key aspects of the Treaty was the imposition of heavy reparations on Germany for the damage caused during the war. The exact amount was not specified in the treaty itself, but it was later determined to be 132 billion gold marks, a staggering sum that placed a huge financial burden on the already struggling German economy. In addition to reparations, Germany was required to accept full responsibility for the war, known as the "War Guilt Clause". This was a major blow to German national pride and was seen as an u...
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