summarize Jun 28, 1919 CE:Treaty of Versailles

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The Treaty of Versailles was signed on June 28, 1919, officially ending World War I. The treaty placed full blame for the war on Germany and imposed harsh penalties, including massive reparations payments and severe territorial losses. The treaty also established the League of Nations, aimed at preventing future conflicts. However, the treaty's harsh terms contributed to social and economic instability in Germany, laying the groundwork for the rise of Adolf Hitler and the start of World War II.