Questions and Answers
Why were sanctions ineffective for the League of Nations?
Sanctions did not work as not every country had joined, so the aggressor was never really cut off and there was no army for the League.
America, the strongest nation, joined the League of Nations.
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What issue did the structure of the League of Nations create?
The structure paralyzed the League as no one could agree on anything and decisions required unanimity.
How did the worldwide economic depression affect the League of Nations?
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The more the League of Nations failed, the more people trusted it.
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Which powerful members left the League of Nations?
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What were countries more concerned about rather than collective security?
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What was the general sentiment towards the Treaty of Versailles?
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Study Notes
Reasons for the League of Nations' Failure
- Weak sanctions hindered effectiveness, as not all countries were members; aggressor nations were rarely isolated.
- Absence of a military force; member states were unwilling to commit their troops to enforce League actions.
- America's non-participation left the League without the strongest military and economic power, diminishing its influence.
- European countries, weakened by World War I, struggled to maintain a united front or collective security under the League.
- The League's structure required unanimous agreement, leading to paralysis in decision-making and slow responses to crises.
- The global economic depression shifted countries' focus to national priorities over international cooperation and peace efforts.
- Ongoing failures eroded public trust in the League, leading to decreased credibility and effectiveness.
- Significant withdrawals from the League by powerful members like Italy and Japan undermined its authority.
- National self-interests often took precedence over collective security, allowing stronger nations to exploit weaker ones.
- The Treaty of Versailles, seen as flawed, resulted in a lack of commitment from member states to defend its principles or uphold League objectives.
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Explore the key reasons behind the failure of the League of Nations through flashcards. This quiz covers aspects such as the lack of effective sanctions, the absence of American support, and the structural weaknesses that hindered its effectiveness. Test your knowledge on this important historical topic!
