16.3
How did women's work during World War I impact their rights after the war?
Women's contributions helped them gain voting rights in countries like Britain, Germany, and the U.S.
What were some of the key terms of the Treaty of Versailles (1919) Select all that apply.
War Guilt Clause (Germany forced to accept full responsibility for the war)
Reparations (Germany had to pay over $33 billion crippling)
Military Restrictions (Severely limited German military size and strength)
Germany faced many territorial losses
Due to this event, Vladimir Lenin signed the Treaty of Brest-Litovsk with Germany, and ended Russia’s involvement:
Russian Revolution of 1917
What was the reactions of Germany following the Treaty of Versailles?
Caused deep anger & resentment in Germany
German’s struggled financially - the treaty crippled the German economy
“How can we repay you if we have nothing?”
What was the effect of Russia’s withdrawal from World War I?
Germany was able to shift all of its focus to the Western Front.
What were some of the consequences of World War I on Europe as a whole?
The war left Europe with massive destruction, loss of life, and extreme political instability
When did the Armistice ending World War I officially take effect?
November 11, 1918, at 11 A.M.
11th day, of the 11th month, at the 11th hour
key causes of the Russian Revolution?
The provisional government's decision to continue World War I
ignoring calls for reform
worsening conditions like food shortages and economic struggles.
What is one economic consequence that World War I had on European nations?
European nations faced huge debts after the war (war is expensive)
What were the two sides of the Russian Civil War (1918-1921)
The Red Army (Bolsheviks/Communists)
The Red Army (Bolsheviks/Communists)
The result of the Russian Civil War led to the formation of the USSR (1922). What was the USSR?
Union of Soviet Socialist Republics