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Q: Why was Bismarck eager to gain control over the territories of Alsace and Lorraine?
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What territories did Germany lose due to the Versailles?

Alsace and Lorraine


What territories did Germany lose due to the Versailles Treaty?

Alsace and Lorraine


Which region ceded to the German Empire from France after Napoleon was defeated by Bismarck?

The regions were two: the Alsace and the Lorraine.


What country ruled the French-speaking provinces of Alsace and Lorraine prior to World War 1?

Alsace and Lorraine were under German control from 1871-1919 as the provinces of Elsaß-Lothringen. These two territories had been French border territories for some time and the local language was Alsatian, which is a dialect of German with many French loanwords. At that time French was a secondary language for most people in Alsace-Lorraine, so to call them "French-speaking" is somewhat disingenuous.


When was Alsace-Lorraine created?

Alsace-Lorraine was created in 1871.


What part of france has changed onwnership between france and germany several times?

The territories of Alsace and Lorraine.


What regions in Europe were disputed territory between France and Germany as Otto von Bismarck tried to unify Germany?

The Alsace-Lorraine region was claimed by both France and Germany in the 19th century after the Franco-Prussian War. Bismarck went along with the German Emperor's position that Alsace-Lorraine should be annexed to form part of Germany.


When did Alsace-Lorraine Regional Party end?

Alsace-Lorraine Regional Party ended in 1906.


Who wanted Alsace and Lorraine back from Germany?

France wanted Alsace-Lorraine back, as she had lost them during the 1870 Franco-Prussian War. The French Third Republic regained the territories when it sent troops to support an uprising there against the Germans in November 1918. The return of the Alsace-Lorraine region to French rule was formally recognized by the Treaty of Versailles.


When was Alsace-Lorraine Regional Party created?

Alsace-Lorraine Regional Party was created in 1903.


What two areas were taken from France and added to Germany in 1871?

Alsace and Lorraine


What country wanted revanche for Alsace-Lorraine?

France. Alsace and Lorraine became part of France during the 1600's. In 1871, Germany fought a war with France and won, and part of the settlement was that Alsace and Lorraine would be given to Germany and called "Alsace-Lorraine". France was angry about it and wanted "revanche"- revenge. As part of the settlement of World War I, Alsace-Lorraine was given back to France.