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Originally Posted by ThorHammer
I was watching a show the other night, on the Military Channel, about the First World War. It went into some detail about the Treaty of Versailles and its conditions. In my eyes, the demands levied on Germany (and the break-up of Austria-Hungary) were ridiculous and not properly thought out. In fact, I believe Pres. Wilson was even against most of the conditions set by the treaty. What say you? Do you agree with the conditions that were set Treaty of Versailles? Are there certain parts that stand out? Or, do you believe the treaty was fair? Not enough?
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It was a horrific treaty that in every way contributed to WW2.
I understand that it was Clemenceau (French PM) was the primary impetus for the punishing demands placed upon Germany and Austro-Hungary.