#Treaty of Versailles

#Treaty of Versailles

The Treaty of Versailles, although known for imposing burdensome reparations on Germany, was guided by misguided idealism during the negotiations of the Paris peace conference.

Some negotiators had foresight about the disastrous consequences of their actions, but were unable to stop them.

Postwar by Tony Judt explores the idea that boundaries stayed intact after WWII, while people were moved instead. [ more ]