1. Defeating Germany: To ensure the defeat of Germany and prevent its resurgence as a military power.
2. Territorial Gains: To acquire German colonies and other territories as compensation for war losses and to strengthen the British Empire.
3. Reparations: To impose reparations on Germany as punishment for the war and to recoup the costs incurred by the Allies.
4. League of Nations: To establish the League of Nations, an international organization aimed at preventing future wars through collective security and peaceful resolution of disputes.
5. Balance of Power: To maintain a balance of power in Europe, preventing any single nation from dominating the continent and ensuring stability.
6. Trade and Economic Interests: To safeguard and expand British trade and economic interests, particularly in the former Ottoman territories and in securing access to raw materials and markets.
7. Preserving the British Empire: To preserve and strengthen the British Empire, which had been strained by the war, and to address growing nationalist movements in various colonies.
These goals were shaped by a combination of strategic, political, and economic considerations, as well as the desire to prevent future conflicts and secure a lasting peace.