Monday, December 16, 2013

Treaty of Versailles


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The Treaty of Versailles was one of the peace treaties at the end of World War 1. It ended the war between Germany and the allied powers. It was signed on June 28, 1918. The Treaty of Versailles was very important.
Highlights of the Treaty of Versailles
  1. Territorial - The League of Nations  took control of Germany's overseas colonies.
  2. Military -  Germany’s army was reduced to 100,000 men.
  3. Financial - Germany was  forbidden to unite with Austria to form one super state, in an attempt to keep her economic potential to a minimum.
  4. War Guilt Clause - Germany was accused of starting the war.



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