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Why was Bismarck eager to gain control over the territories of Alsace and Lorraine?
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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.
What was the significance of Alsace and Lorraine?
they were the reason we have one directioners
Which nation greatly regretted its loss of alsace lorraine to germany in 1870?
FRANCE.
The battle of verdun was fought in which province?
The Battle of Verdun was fought in the Lorraine-Alsace region of France. This is where the city of Verdun lies.
What lands were taken from Germany after World War 1?
They lost alsace & lorrine to FranceGermany lost Alsace and Lorraine, which it had acquired from France in 1871.They lost their African colonies go to http://www.historyonthenet.com/WW1/Versailles.HTML
Which territories was Bismarck eager to control because they had rich deposits of iron ore?
Bismarck was eager to control the territories of Alsace and Lorraine, as they had rich deposits of iron ore that were vital for industrial production and military strength. These territories were also seen as strategically important for maintaining Germany's power and influence in Europe.
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.
What two areas were taken from France and added to Germany in 1871?
Alsace and Lorraine
When was Alsace-Lorraine Regional Party created?
Alsace-Lorraine Regional Party was created in 1903.
