One of the shared goals of British and French leaders in creating the Treaty of Versailles after World War I was the desire to promote lasting peace in Europe and to prevent the possibility of future conflicts. They aimed to achieve this by imposing restrictions on Germany, which they perceived as the primary aggressor in the war.
Both countries sought to weaken Germany militarily, politically, and economically to ensure that it could not threaten its neighbors again. This included the imposition of heavy reparations, territorial losses, and the demilitarization of the Rhineland. Additionally, they aimed to create a new geopolitical landscape in Europe that was more favorable to their security interests and to foster a balance of power that would deter aggression.
The leaders also established the League of Nations, an international organization intended to provide a platform for resolving conflicts and promoting cooperation among nations, reflecting their hope for a systematic approach to maintaining peace. However, their differing priorities—Britain's inclination towards moderation and France's desire for punitive measures—led to compromises that ultimately contributed to the instability of the interwar period.