History 8145/1B/B June 2018

The exam paper covers interwar tensions from 1918 to 1939, focusing on the Treaty of Versailles, the causes of World War II, and the remilitarization of the Rhineland. Key themes include international diplomacy, the League of Nations’ inability to prevent aggression, and the impact of U.S. non-membership. Analytical tasks involve evaluating source materials for historical usefulness and interpreting political and military developments. The paper emphasizes the interplay of political actions and international reactions in escalating tensions, requiring a blend of contextual knowledge and critical analysis to assess the root causes of interwar instability and conflict.