Why were the Allies so intent on occupying Germany after the war?

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1. They wanted to make sure Germany repaid its reparations this time.
2. They learned from their mistakes in the Treaty of Versatilles.
3. They wanted to control precious mines in Germany and pocket the profits.
4. They learned that Germany was secretly planning a takeover of all its lost colonies.

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5. They wanted to prevent Germany from rebuilding its military and potentially starting another war.
6. They wanted to ensure stability and prevent the rise of extremist ideologies in Germany.
7. They wanted to oversee the reconstruction and democratization of Germany to prevent future conflicts.
8. They believed that occupying Germany would help in shaping its future as a peaceful and democratic nation.