History of Asia

Which countries gained from the first World War?

* The United States: The US emerged from the war as a major world power, with a strong economy and a powerful military. The war also helped to strengthen the country's sense of national identity and purpose.

* France: France regained Alsace-Lorraine, which had been lost to Germany in the Franco-Prussian War of 1870-71. The country also gained control of Syria and Lebanon as League of Nations mandates.

* Great Britain: Great Britain gained control of German East Africa, German South-West Africa, and German New Guinea. The country also gained control of Mesopotamia (modern-day Iraq) and Palestine as League of Nations mandates.

* Italy: Italy gained control of South Tyrol, Istria, and Dalmatia. The country also gained control of the Dodecanese Islands in the Aegean Sea.

* Japan: Japan gained control of German Micronesia, German Samoa, and the Kwantung Leased Territory in China. The country also gained a mandate over the former German Marshall Islands.