- This view was mostly shared by the Germans
- They believed that the Treaty was not an act of justice, but instead vengeance which caused great destruction to Germany and the losing powers.
Some though the treaty was not harsh enough
- This view was mostly shared by the French
- As there was no clause for permanent supervision of the German military, they believed that there was not enough control and guarantee that Germany would not retaliate after 15 years of supervision.
Some thought the treaty was fair
- Despite the problems made, some argue that a peace at the time was successfully achieved and that even though it was unsatisfactory for some parties, it could potentially be the only possible peace
- Some also argued that the price Germany had to pay was of the correct severity, a just punishment of plotting destruction through initiating war
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