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How did the territorial changes implemented by the Treaty of Versailles contribute to the political climate in Europe leading up to World War II?

Answer 1

James Foster

The Treaty of Versailles imposed harsh territorial losses and reparations on Germany, fostering resentment and economic hardship. This environment facilitated the rise of Adolf Hitler and the Nazi Party, who capitalized on nationalistic fervor and promised to overturn the treaty, ultimately leading to World War II.