What did the disarmament terms of the Treaty of Versailles require from Germany?

The correct answer is the requirement for a reduction of military forces, which was a key aspect of the Treaty of Versailles. Following World War I, the treaty imposed stringent conditions on Germany, aiming to limit its ability to wage war in the future. One of the most significant disarmament terms was the restriction of the German army to 100,000 troops. Additionally, any form of conscription was forbidden, and the country was not allowed to maintain a significant air force, tanks, or submarines.

The objective behind these disarmament terms was to prevent Germany from rearming and posing a threat to its neighbors again. The treaty’s designers believed that limiting Germany’s military capabilities would ensure lasting peace in Europe. As a result, the emphasis was squarely on reducing military forces, in contrast to expansion, formation of alliances, or complete military withdrawal, which were not stipulated by the Treaty.