MoH PODCAST S4, E4 | The Treaty of Versailles (with Michael S. Neiberg)

This week in 1919, the Paris Peace Conference began. Five months later, on June 28, 1919, the Treaty of Versailles was signed. The treaty is often hailed as one of history’s most influential—and controversial—agreements. Marking the end of the First World War, it aimed to bring peace but is frequently criticised for sowing the seeds of an even deadlier conflict: the Second World War. In this episode, I’m joined by historian Michael S. Neiberg, a leading expert in 20th-century military history and author of The Treaty of Versailles: A Concise History. Together, we unpack the drama of the Paris Peace Conference and its far-reaching consequences. Who were the key players behind the treaty, and what were their agendas? How was Germany treated during negotiations, and what terms were imposed on them? Has the treaty always been this controversial, or has time changed its legacy? Most importantly, did the Treaty of Versailles truly pave the way for the Second World War? Join us for a fascinating dive into one of history’s most infamous treaties! Ministry website: https://theministryofhistory.com/ Instagram:   / ministeriumofhistory   TikTok:   / ministeriumofhistory