None of the allies disarmed to this extent, contrary to Wilson's 14 points.
? Pay reparations for starting the war
German Reactions:
? Horror and outrage
? Did not feel responsible for the war, wanted blame shared
? Public thought that government had agreed to a cease fire and that they had not "lost" the war
? For that reason they felt Germany should have been at the peace conference
? Wanted a choice in the matters
? New government refused to sign at first
? Navy sank their own ships in protest
? Ebert accepted terms on 28th June 1919
? Felt they did not have enough money for reparations and that they would cripple them
? Insulted not to be let into the league of nations
? Did not think the treaty kept to Wilson's 14 points- e... displayed 300 characters
Custom written essay
All essays are written from scratch by professional writers according to your instructions and delivered to your email on time. Prices start from $10.99/page
Your research paper is written by certified writers
Your requirements and targets are always met
You are able to control the progress of your writing assignment
You get a chance to become an excellent student!
Get a price guote
some countries were not given self-determination and were ruled by others.
Impact of the Treaty
? Elbert's government was fragile- others tried to revolt against him
? Germany went into chaos
? A workers strike saved the government but crippled the services
? Fell behind with payments in 1922- allies took money in raw materials
? Government ordered the strike to go on
? French killed 100 workers and expelled 100,000 protesters
? Printed more money to give to the Allies- Prises went up
Allies thoughts on the treaty
? Clemenceau did not think they were harsh enough- Voted out in 1920
? Lloyd George was a hero in Britain but he believe another war would break out (of coarse he was right)
? Wilson was disappointed with the treaty, the American congress refused to sign it
Other Treaties
All the allies of the Germans had to pay reparations and disarm, so four treaties were draw up to do this... displayed 300 characters
