Could a simple document signed by three nations be the cause behind a war that brought about seventy-two million deaths, atomic bombings and fire bombings? World War I was a devastating event that arose in 1914, this war began with Austria-Hungary declaring war against Serbia over the assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand of Austria-Hungary. Due to national alliances, the central powers which included Austria-Hungary, Germany, and the Ottoman Empire were formed, and the Allies composed of Great Britain, France, and Russia formed on the opposing side. These alliances turned a small battle between two countries into a worldwide catastrophe. During the end of World War II the leaders of France, England, and the United states shaped a formal agreement between Allies and the Central powers in order to end World War I named the treaty of Versailles. The Treaty of Versailles soon led to World War II because of unfair territorial losses for Germany, the forcing of Germany’s signature on the War Guilt Cause, the limitations placed on their military size and finally the war reparations France forced Germany to pay. During 1919 the Treaty of Versailles led to a major territorial loss for German land. In the informational map of German territorial losses from 1919 it is clear that France gained back control of the area of Alsace, Larrance, and how the Allies added back the polish corridor (Doc A). This proves just how unfair the treaty of Versailles was for German citizens. This treaty chipped away major coal-producing areas away from Germany. These losses could bring about the loss of many jobs and homes for these innocent German civilians. These devastating losses will surely leave Germans with a desperate need for a solution, no matter the consequences. History has proven that when an individual’s basic human rights, (life, liberty, and property as defined by Hobbes) are taken away disaster begins. This loss of land sparked anger in the German population, this is scene is the excerpt from Adolf Hitler’s autobiography detailing his throughs on the recent events. Adolf Hitler claims, “ … the restoration of the frontiers of 1914 could be achieved only by blood… no nation can remove this hand from its throat except by the sword” (Doc A). This proves the devastating repercussions this taking of territory will have, ultimately fueling the fire that is slowly arising for World War II. Hitler proposes that the only way to retrieve the land lost will be through war. Hitler is proving a solution to German individuals who are left in ruin. This solution is one that is desperately needed therefore German follow his belief, essentially Germans will be brainwashed into believing that the only way to regain their homes will be through the spilling of blood. Forcing Germany to sign the acceptance of the War Guilt Cause was a pivotal reason
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Articles 232 and 233 defines the financial cost the the Treaty of Versailles will impose of Germany in order to “repair” the damages caused to France dating back to World War I. Both articles state, “..[Germany] will make compensation for all damage done to civilian populations of the Allied and Associated Powers… within a period of thirty years” (Doc C). This further explains the major economic and financial devastations Germany will be forced to face. As France gains wealth to “repair” the damages caused by Germany, German civilians will be pushed towards poverty. This treaty allows France to impose taxes for damages Germany should not be held accountable for. History has proven that unfair taxation that leaves a country in poverty is a major cause for outbreak, in this case World War II. This issue will soon be given a solution, by a named who will become an important German political figure. A combines chart detailing the economic ruin German face, as well as the man to end all of this havoc (Doc C). This source emphasizes the reasons why Germans will follow the infamous Adolf Hitler. This villainous man continues to solve issues that Germany undergoes, further convincing citizens to support his ridiculous commands. By removing devastating reparations coasts, Hitler has carved a powerful niche in the perspectives of German individuals, these individuals will see Hitler as a superior being and will support his future war
Articles 232 and 233 defines the financial cost the the Treaty of Versailles will impose of Germany in order to “repair” the damages caused to France dating back to World War I. Both articles state, “..[Germany] will make compensation for all damage done to civilian populations of the Allied and Associated Powers… within a period of thirty years” (Doc C). This further explains the major economic and financial devastations Germany will be forced to face. As France gains wealth to “repair” the damages caused by Germany, German civilians will be pushed towards poverty. This treaty allows France to impose taxes for damages Germany should not be held accountable for. History has proven that unfair taxation that leaves a country in poverty is a major cause for outbreak, in this case World War II. This issue will soon be given a solution, by a named who will become an important German political figure. A combines chart detailing the economic ruin German face, as well as the man to end all of this havoc (Doc C). This source emphasizes the reasons why Germans will follow the infamous Adolf Hitler. This villainous man continues to solve issues that Germany undergoes, further convincing citizens to support his ridiculous commands. By removing devastating reparations coasts, Hitler has carved a powerful niche in the perspectives of German individuals, these individuals will see Hitler as a superior being and will support his future war