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Treaty of Versailles signed with Germany
This treaty was the official cause of WWI ending. It imposed territorial losses and reparations on Germany. This treaty also contributed to the rise of nationalist sentiments and caused future conflicts.
So What, Who Cares: The Treaty of Versailles’s harsh terms led to widespread dissatisfaction in Germanyand eventually contributing to the outbreak of World War II, addressing why there was dissatisfaction with the peace settlements of 1919-1920. -
Washington Naval Conference (1921-22)
This conference was formed in order to limit naval armaments and reduce tensions among major powers. It caused agreements to scale back naval fleets. It also promoted disarmament and easing military competition.
So What, Who Cares: The Washington Naval Conference highlights efforts to improve international relations and prevent future conflicts during the 1920s by showing attempts to reduce international tensions and promote disarmament, -
Mussolini becomes Prime Minister of Italy
He was Prime Minister of Italy from the March on Rome in 1922 until his deposition in 1943. Benito Mussolini marked the beginning of Fascist rule in Italy. His rise to power posed a threat to democratic principles and heightened political tensions across Europe.
So What, Who Cares: Mussolini becoming powerful made things more tense worldwide and added to the chaos after the war, explaining why tensions stayed high from 1920 to 1923. -
Dawes Plan
The Dawes Plan was created to address Germanys inability to meet its reparations obligations. This would happen by restructuring its debt and providing loans. It temporarily stabilized the German economy and reduced tensions in Europe.
So What, Who Cares: The Dawes Plan’s represents an attempt to improve international relations and improve/ stabilize the economic and political consequences of World War I, addressing attempts to improve international relations from 1924-1929. -
Soviet Union Joins the LoN
The Soviet Union became a member of the League of Nations in 1924. This enhanced diplomatic relations. It also promoted collective security, despite ideological differences.
So What, Who Cares: The Soviet Union’s entry into the League of Nations reflects efforts to improve international relations and address common challenges. -
Locarno Conference
At the end of the conference European nations, including Germany, France, and Belgium, signed agreements guaranteeing their mutual borders and pledging not to resort to war to resolve disputes. The treaty helped reduce tensions in Europe. It failed when Germany had denounced the Locarno treaties and sent troops into the neutral Rhineland.
So What, Who Cares: The Conference shows attempts to improve international relations and prevent future conflicts. -
Kellogg-Briand Pact
Fifteen nations signed this pact. It renounced war to resolve disputes and promote peaceful conflict relations. The pact was very impactful but it reflected a growing international commitment to peace and disarmament.
So What, Who Cares: The Kellogg-Briand Pact contributes to discussions about the League of Nations’ effectiveness and the pursuit of peace in the 1920s by demonstrating efforts to prevent future conflicts and promote international cooperation. -
Zinoviev Letter
This is a forged document published in a British newspaper. It was allegedly sent by Soviet official Grigory Zinoviev. The event sparked controversy and fueled anti-Soviet sentiments.
So What, Who Cares: The Zinoviev Letter illustrates the complexities of international relations and the challenges of maintaining diplomatic trust, addressing the impact of international tensions during the period 1920-1923. -
Wall Street Crash
This event was caused by World War I, overproduction in key industries and increased use of margin for purchasing stocks. It triggered the Great Depression. It also led to consequences such as, widespread unemployment, poverty, and political instability.
SW, WC: The Wall Street Crash influenced discussions about the League of Nations’ role and effectiveness in promoting stability and peace during the 1920s by highlighting the importance off international cooperation. -
Young Plan
The Young Plan was introduced in 1929. Its purpose was to further reduce Germany’s reparations payments and restructure its debt. The plan aimed to ease Germany’s financial burden and promote stability in Europe.
So What, Who Cares: The Young Plan represented efforts to address the economic and political fallout from World War I, reflecting attempts to improve international relations and prevent the resurgence of conflict.