The harsh Armistice terms

The armistice terms were largely written by the Allied Supreme Commander, Marshal Ferdinand Foch, who wanted to hit Germany so hard that it could never again be a military force. These included: The cessation of hostilities within six hours. Evacuation of France, Belgium, Luxembourg, and Alsace-Lorraine within 15 days, the sick and wounded left behind for Allies to care for. The withdrawal of German forces to behind the Rhine and Allied occupation of the Rhineland. The preservation of infrastruc . https://www.heraldscotland.com/news/17215813.the-harsh-armistice-terms/