Conflict And Tension Flashcards
(30 cards)
What is the Treaty of Versailles?
The Treaty of Versailles was signed by the Allies and Germany after World War I.
What were the reparations imposed on Germany by the Treaty of Versailles?
Germany was required to pay reparations of 6.6 billion.
What military restrictions were placed on Germany by the Treaty of Versailles?
Germany’s military was cut to 100,000 personnel.
What was the impact of the Treaty of Versailles on Germany’s sentiment?
The treaty caused anger and a desire for revenge in Germany.
What does Article 231 of the Treaty of Versailles state?
Article 231 states that Germany took full blame for the war, known as the War Guilt Clause.
What year was the League of Nations established?
1920
What treaty set up the League of Nations?
The Treaty of Versailles
What was the primary aim of the League of Nations?
To keep peace, prevent war, and improve global welfare
Did the League of Nations have an army?
No, it did not have an army
Which major country never joined the League of Nations?
The United States
What effect did the U.S. not joining have on the League of Nations?
It weakened its power
Was the League of Nations successful in stopping aggression?
No, it failed to stop aggression
Can you provide examples of aggression that the League of Nations failed to stop?
Japan in Manchuria and Italy in Abyssinia
What event led to the French invasion of the Ruhr in 1923?
Germany missed a reparation payment.
What was the purpose of the French occupation of the Ruhr?
To take goods from the industrial region.
What was the economic consequence of the Ruhr occupation?
The economy collapsed, leading to hyperinflation.
How did Germans respond to the French occupation?
With strikes and passive resistance.
What were the Focamo Treaties?
The Focamo Treaties were agreements made in 1925 between Germany, France, and Belgium.
What did Germany, France, and Belgium promise in the Focamo Treaties?
They promised not to attack each other.
What was one effect of the Focamo Treaties on Germany?
The treaties improved Germany’s global image.
What significant international organization did Germany join in 1926?
Germany joined the League of Nations in 1926.
What action did the government take during the economic crisis?
The government printed more money to pay striking workers.
What was the consequence of printing more money?
Prices soared, leading to a decrease in the cost of millions of items.
What impact did the economic crisis have on the middle class?
The middle class lost savings, resulting in huge poverty.
