Historical source analysis 1 cartoon analysis the three cs.

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Historical source analysis – cartoon analysis the three cs. Content – what do you see? Look at people, symbols, dates, text, expressions, actions. Context – What was happening at the time? Think about events the cartoon is referring to. Comment – What message is the cartoonist giving? Is it supporting or criticizing? Does it reflect a particular point of view? The peace treaties after WWI – The treaty of versailles. What Was the Treaty of Versailles? The Treaty of Versailles was the main peace treaty that officially ended World War I between Germany and the Allied Powers (mainly France, Britain, and the USA). It was signed on 28 June 1919, exactly five years after the assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand, the event that started the war. It was signed in the Hall of Mirrors at the Palace of Versailles, near Paris, France Why Was the Treaty Created? After four years of total war (1914–1918), Europe was devastated. Millions of soldiers and civilians had died, and many cities and economies were in ruins. The victors wanted to: End the war officially. Punish Germany, who they blamed for starting the war. Create a new order to prevent future wars. Redraw borders and ...