Gallic Refusal is a term used to describe the refusal of the French to accept the terms of the Treaty of Versailles, which was signed at the end of World War I. The term is derived from the Latin word Gallicus, meaning 'of or pertaining to the Gauls'. The French government refused to sign the treaty, and instead chose to negotiate with the Allies in order to gain more favorable terms. The result of this refusal was the creation of the League of Nations, which was intended to provide a forum for international cooperation and dispute resolution. The Gallic Refusal ultimately failed, as the French were unable to gain any concessions from the Allies.