Treaty of Rapallo (1922)

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Treaty of Rapallo (1922)

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Diplomatic pact re-establishing relations between Germany and Russia in 1922.

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Origins & Early Life

The Treaty of Rapallo was an agreement signed on 16 April 1922 between Germany and Russia under which both renounced all territorial and financial claims against each other and opened friendly diplomatic relations. The treaty was negotiated by Russian foreign minister Georgi Chicherin and German foreign minister Walther Rathenau. It was a major victory for Russia especially and also Germany, and a major disappointment to France and the United Kingdom.

Career & Major Achievements

The term "spirit of Rapallo" was used for an improvement in friendly relations between Germany and Russia. The treaty was signed in Rapallo, Italy. Ratifications were exchanged in Berlin on 31 January 1923, and registered in League of Nations Treaty Series on 19 September 1923.

Enduring Legacy & Impact

The treaty did not include any military provisions, but secret military co-operation was already scheduled between Germany and Russia, which was a violation of the Treaty of Versailles. A supplementary agreement, signed in Berlin on 5 November, extended the treaty to cover Germany's relations with the other Soviet republics: Armenia, Azerbaijan, Byelorussia, Georgia, and Ukraine.

Chronological Milestones & Life Events

1. 1922: 1922 Milestone — The Treaty of Rapallo was an agreement signed on 16 April 1922 between Germany and Russia under which both renounced all territorial and financial claims against each other and opened friendly diplomatic relations.
2. 1923: 1923 Milestone — Ratifications were exchanged in Berlin on 31 January 1923, and registered in League of Nations Treaty Series on 19 September 1923.

Historical Fact-Check Quiz: Treaty of Rapallo (1922)

True or False: “True or false: The Treaty of Rapallo included explicit military provisions that were fully compliant with the Treaty of Versailles.”

Answer (FALSE ❌): The treaty did not include explicit military provisions, but secret military cooperation was already scheduled, which was a clear violation of the Treaty of Versailles.

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