The political outcome of the Treaty of Versailles after World War I significantly reshaped Europe. Signed in 1919, the treaty imposed harsh reparations and territorial losses on Germany, fostering resentment and economic hardship that contributed to the rise of extremist movements, including the Nazi Party. The treaty's punitive measures aimed to prevent future conflicts but ultimately laid the groundwork for World War II. Additionally, the splitting and creation of new nation-states altered the geopolitical landscape of Europe, affecting political boundaries and relations for decades to come.