The motives of great Britain
Notes:
David Lloyd George leader of Britain
Also wanted reparations
Also wanted Germany to remain fairly strong as a trade partner
Also wanted to expand her overseas empire
Also wanted reparations
Also wanted Germany to remain fairly strong as a trade partner
Also wanted to expand her overseas empire
SUMMARY :
When entering the Paris Peace Treaty David Lloyd George of Britain wanted a combination of Wilson's and Clemeanuces points. He wanted reparations but also wanted Germany to stay averagely strong so they could stay trade partners and potentially help expand Britain's overseas empire.
Quotes:
Once blood is shed in a national quarrel reason and right are swept aside by the rage of angry men.
-David Lloyd George
-David Lloyd George
Subjunctive questions:
Was there any real benefit to not wanting to weaken Germany as much as George Clemenceau? DId it really help with Britain's overseas empire?