USA HISTORY

AMERICAN IMPERIALISM(1890 1919)

END OF WWI

[SOURCES]
Which was NOT a part of Wilson’s 14 Points?

(A) Eliminating Militraism

(B) Eliminating Imperialism

(C) ** Punishing Germany

(D) Creating an international peace keeping organization

EXPLANATIONS BELOW

Concept note-1: -It was not Wilson’s objective or desire to confront European colonial powers over such matters, as Wilson had no intention of supporting any demands for self-determination and sovereignty that conflicted with the interests of the victorious Allies.

Concept note-2: -There were nevertheless some shared components between Wilson’s 14 Points and the Treaty of Versailles. Namely, both called for a reduction of armed forces in Germany. German soldiers would also be removed from its territories, while any territories which were taken from France would be returned.

Concept note-3: -the Allies In the end, the Treaty of Versailles went against many of the principles of the Fourteen Points, both in detail and in spirit. Rather than “peace without victory, ” the treaty sought harsh punishment of Germany both financially and territorially.