WORLD HISTORY

Detailed explanation-1: -Which country was punished most harshly for its involvement in World War I? Germany was most harshly punished.

Detailed explanation-2: -Historians who believe Germany was primarily responsible for the war base their conclusion on the aggressive attitude of Germany’s leaders, their desire to extend Germany’s influence throughout Europe, and on the militaristic nature of the German people.

Detailed explanation-3: -Germany had formally surrendered on November 11, 1918, and all nations had agreed to stop fighting while the terms of peace were negotiated. On June 28, 1919, Germany and the Allied Nations (including Britain, France, Italy and Russia) signed the Treaty of Versailles, formally ending the war.