France most likely disagreed with this position because Read the quote from Britain's prime minister David Lloyd
George.
Are we to lapse back into the old national rivalries,
animosities, and competitive armaments, or are we to
initiate the reign on earth of the Prince of Peace? We
must not let any sense of revenge, any spirit of greed,
any grasping desire override the fundamental principles
of righteousness.
O millions of its troops were killed and French citizens
wanted justice.
O most French citizens did not believe worldwide peace
was possible.
O it did not trust Britain's desire to adhere to principles
of righteousness.
O it wanted to take control of Germany to ensure
France's long-term safety.