German occupation WWI in Romania year 1917/18 stamps Used
During World War I, Romania initially remained neutral, but in August 1916, it entered the war on the side of the Allies, primarily motivated by territorial ambitions, particularly the desire to acquire Transylvania from the Austro-Hungarian Empire. However, Romania’s military campaign didn’t go as planned, and by the end of 1916, the Central Powers, primarily Germany and Austria-Hungary, had occupied much of Romanian territory.
The German occupation of Romania during World War I was marked by harsh conditions for the Romanian population. The occupying forces seized resources, imposed heavy taxes, and requisitioned food and supplies, leading to widespread hardship and suffering among the civilian population.
One of the significant events during the German occupation was the Treaty of Bucharest in May 1918. Under this treaty, Romania was forced to cede territory to the Central Powers, including parts of Transylvania, Banat, and Bukovina. The treaty was a severe blow to Romanian aspirations for territorial expansion and independence.
However, the tide of the war turned against the Central Powers in late 1918. Following the defeat of Germany and Austria-Hungary, Romania regained its independence and expanded its territory through the Treaty of Versailles and subsequent treaties.
Overall, the German occupation of Romania during World War I was a period of hardship and loss for the Romanian people, but it eventually led to Romania’s emergence as a stronger and more unified state following the war’s conclusion.
