Treaty of St. Germain

The Treaty of Saint-Germain, signed in 1919, officially ended Austria-Hungary's involvement in World War I and established the independent nation of Austria. It redrew borders, reducing Austria's territory and influence, and recognized the independence of several successor states like Czechoslovakia and Yugoslavia. The treaty also imposed military restrictions on Austria and addressed issues like reparations and national minorities. Overall, it aimed to reshape Central Europe, promote stability, and prevent future conflicts by ensuring Austria remained a smaller, neutral state.