Lesson 3: Treaty of Versailles

• What was the Treaty of Versailles of 1919?

  A set of rules given to Germany
• Who decided on Germany's punishment in the Treaty of Versailles?

  Britain, France, and the USA
• Why was Germany not allowed to take part in the discussions of the Treaty of Versailles?

  They had no say in the discussions
• Where did the allied leaders meet to agree on the Treaty of Versailles?

  Palace of Versailles near Paris
• What was the purpose of reducing Germany's armed forces?

  To stop Germany from starting another war
• How many battle ships was Germany allowed under the Treaty of Versailles?

  6 battle ships
• What was the maximum number of soldiers Germany could have after the Treaty?

  100,000 soldiers
• What percentage of its iron did Germany lose due to the Treaty?

  50% of its iron
• What important area did Germany lose called the Saar?

  An important industrial area
• What percentage of its population did Germany lose?

  10% of its population
• Which countries gained land from Germany after the Treaty?

  France, Belgium, and Poland
• How many colonies did Germany lose in Africa and the Far East?

  11 colonies
• What does the term 'Diktat' refer to in the context of the Treaty of Versailles?

  The treaty was dictated to Germany
• How long did Germany have to challenge the rules of the Treaty?

  15 days
• What is 'Dolchstoss' in relation to the Treaty of Versailles?

  The stab in the back theory
• Who were referred to as the 'November Criminals'?

  Politicians who admitted defeat
• What feelings did the Treaty of Versailles evoke in the German people?

  Defeat, humiliation, and bitterness
• How did the Treaty of Versailles affect the German people's perception of their government?

  They felt betrayed and let down
• What was the date when the Treaty of Versailles was signed?

  28th July 1919