End of World War I: Versailles

End of World War I: Versailles

ObjectiveExplain the political impact of Woodrow Wilson’s Fourteen Points and the political and economic impact of the Treaty of Versailles, including changes in boundaries and the mandate system.

• WHS 10C

Essential QuestionHow does World War I influence the reactions and consequences from the Treaty of Versailles? Cite specific examples to support your thinking.

CREATE THIS TABLEEND OF WORLD WAR 1

War’s End (1)

Wilson’s 14 Points (2)

Treaty of Versailles (4)

Effects (3)

WAR’S ENDU.S. entry forces war’s end.

16 million dead, 20 million wounded

Wilson’s 14 Points

-No secret treaties.-Reduce army size and weapons.

Wilson’s 14 Points

- Self-determined nations (democratic). - A League of Nations.

Treaty of Versailles

Germany was blamed for the war and had to pay all debts.

Treaty of Versailles

Europe’s boundaries redrawn.

Treaty of VersaillesColonies given to France and Britain as mandates.

Treaty of Versailles

League of Nations created to solve dispute and stop wars.

EFFECTSLeague of Nations had no army and no powerful members.

EFFECTSGerman economy destroyed and government overthrown.

EFFECTSGermany’s army and industry reduced to almost nothing.