... the damage caused by the war. Germany were not allowed soldiers or military equipment within 30 miles of the East bank of the Rhine. Finally, Article 231 of the Treaty was the 'War Guilt Clause' which meant Germany had to accept total blame for the war. The Allies gave Germany a new form of Government based on proportional representation, intending to prevent a German dictatorship. British foreign policy interests were far different to those of France and the United States concerning the Treaty of Versailles. In Britain most people wanted Germany to be punished, "Make Germany Pay" and "Squeeze them until the pips squeak" were popular slogans. Lloyd George, being a politician, obviously needed the support of the public to succeed in elections, therefore he did not want to be seen as too soft on Germany. The British public wanted revenge and Lloyd George had to echo this view. However, Lloyd George ...

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