Clemenceau visits ruined French town, 1918

The transcript discusses Clemenceau's visit to regions liberated from German control, highlighting the devastation left behind. It raises doubts about Germany's ability to pay reparations due to their own ruin. The narrative also touches on plans to take control of Germans and questions the subsequent actions to be taken.

What did Clemenceau observe during his visit to the liberated regions?

• Prosperous towns

• Devastated areas

• Peaceful landscapes

• Rebuilt cities

Why is there skepticism about the Germans paying for the destruction?

• They have no resources

• They refuse to pay

• They are also in ruins

• They have already paid

What is the initial belief about the Germans' responsibility?

• They will be forgiven

• They will be rewarded

• They will pay for the damage

• They will be ignored

What is the main concern about capturing the Germans?

• What to do with them

• Where to imprison them

• How to transport them

• When to release them

What is the outcome of the discussion about taking the Germans?

• Immediate action is taken

• They are left alone

• A clear plan is made

• Uncertainty remains