Treaty Of Versailles: Impact On Political Ideologies In The 1920s And 30s

The controversial terms of the treaty of Versailles had a very direct impact on political ideologies of the left and right which dominated the 1920s and 30s in Europe. This was definitely most evident in the radical policies of leaders of these states. During the 1920s and 30s political ideologies were drastically changed due to the treaty, and these drastic changes and influences were displayed through the actions and rulings of leaders such as Adolf Hitler and Benito Mussolini. The fascist and anti-Semitic regimes of these leaders were extreme due to the impact of the treaty of Versailles. Mussolini believed that Italy was duped out of deserved land and other accolades by the treaty, and Hitler believed that Germany was completely villainised