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When Clemenceau became Prime Minister in 1917 victory seemed to be a long way off.
There was little activity on the Front because it was believed that there should be limited attacks until the American support arrived.
At this time, Italy was on the defensive, Russia had virtually stopped fighting – and it was believed they would be making a separate peace with Germany.
At home the government had to combat increasing resentment against the war.
They also had to handle increasing demonstrations against the war, scarcity of resources and air raids – which were causing huge physical damage to Paris as well as damaging the morale of its citizens.
It was also believed that many politicians secretly wanted peace.
It was a challenging situation for Clemenceau, because after years of criticizing other men during the war, he suddenly found himself in a position of supreme power.
He was also isolated politically.
He did not have close links with any parliamentary leaders ( especially after years of criticism ) and so had to rely on himself and his own circle of friends.

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