Heligoland: A Historical Overview

Which country controlled Heligoland before it was seized by the British in the early 19th century?

• Prussia

• Denmark

• Netherlands

• France

What was the primary reason Britain acquired Heligoland in the early 19th century?

• To establish a naval base against France, the Netherlands, and Prussia

• To use it as a trading post

• To convert it into a tourist destination

• To mine its natural resources

Why did Germany want control over Heligoland in the late 19th century?

• To prevent France from using it as a safe harbor

• To develop it as a commercial hub

• To use it for agricultural purposes

• To establish a new naval base

What was the German public's reaction to the treaty that transferred Heligoland to Germany?

• They were pleased with the acquisition

• They felt the government had given Britain too much

• They were indifferent to the treaty

• They believed it was a fair exchange

What happened to Heligoland after World War II?

• It became an independent state

• It was returned to Denmark

• It remained under British control

• It was incorporated into West Germany