Germany lost 10% of land, 12.5% population all overseas colonies and many raw materials.

At first Germany refused to sign and sunk ships in protest.

Economy was in a mess so reparations would cripple people.

Army was a symbol of pride - felt it unfair no one else disarmed.

Lost money as a result of loss of territories.

Insulted that it wasn't invited to join the League of Nations.

Germany felt not in keeping with Wilson's 14 points - self determination.

Germany fell behind on reparations in 1922.

1923 French and Belgium troops took what was owed.

German government ordered strike but French killed 100 workers.

No goods so government printed more money à hyperinflation.

Also criticised by big three: Clemenceau - not harsh enough.
Wilson - disappointed and US didn't approve it.
Lloyd George - received heroes welcome back but said it would lead to another war.

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