The Treaty of Versailles, signed in 1919, had profound significance for Germany. It imposed severe reparations and territorial losses, including Alsace-Lorraine to France and significant land to Poland, which fueled widespread resentment and economic hardship. The treaty also limited the size of the German military and mandated the acceptance of guilt for the war, creating a sense of humiliation. These punitive measures contributed to the rise of nationalist sentiments and extremist political movements, including the Nazi Party, which later played a crucial role in the onset of World War II. Thus, the treaty shaped Germany’s political landscape for decades.