In which year did Germany sign the Locarno Treaties?

Germany signed the Locarno Treaties in 1925, marking a significant moment in the diplomatic landscape of post-World War I Europe. The treaties were aimed at securing peace in Western Europe and included agreements between Germany, France, Belgium, Italy, and the United Kingdom. A central feature of the treaties was the guarantee of Germany’s western borders with France and Belgium, which was intended to foster stability and reduce the chances of conflict in the region.

This period was characterized by a desire for reconciliation and the normalization of relations following the devastation of the Great War. The signing of the Locarno Treaties is often seen as an important step towards Germany's reintegration into the international community and represented a move away from the hostility that had characterized the years following the war. The treaties were also instrumental in furthering the spirit of cooperation that would later contribute to the establishment of the League of Nations and other diplomatic efforts aimed at maintaining peace in Europe.