Treaty of Versailles - Modern Reappraisal

[Fisherking]

It was a ploy to move in American troops, so the Germans had no other choice when it came to the signing, other than get anniliated if they didn't accept. The allies would say they tried to do peace, but the Germans wouldn't allow it, which gives them a better justification for a far harsher treaty once they been totalled.

"Argh! zee allies outswichzetted us!"

Sure! That is certainly the best way to promote peace and understanding between nations.

I am sure most would see nothing wrong with such an agreement.

These stupid Germans should have been fawning all over us after receiving such a favorable agreement!


In all seriousness, how was this justified, and how was it that the Allied nations retained any international credibility.

Wasn’t it a breech of trust that should have been condemned by the international community at large?