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World War I was responsible for the deaths of about 120,000 Americans and over 200,000 wounded soldiers. It also cost the US a lot of money, which shoved the US into an economic crisis that could be blamed for the crash of the Stock Market in 1929, causing the Great Depression. WWI also threatened the national security of the US. The US wished to remain neutral during the war but was constantly thwarted by Germany. Germany ordered its navy to strike down any Allied ship, which caused the deaths of hundreds of Americans aboard British cruiseliners. But the direct cause of the US's joining of WWI was the Zimmerman Telegram, sent by Germany to Mexico. It offered Mexico aid if they attacked the US, and if they won they would receive most of the land they lost during the Mexican-American War. Of course, Mexico did not accept as the US was much too powerful for them, but the US had to do something because it was just embarrassed globally. They declared war on Germany and were a major reason why the Allies won WWI.
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Did america give financial support to europe after ww1?
No, America did not give financial support to Europe after the World War 1.
What part of Europe saw the most change after ww1?
Finland because it is the coolest country in the world.
Why did the US mainland suffered minimal physical damage in both ww1 and WW2?
The wars were in Europe and Asia, and did not reach North America.
What was the foreign policy during WW1?
America's foreign policy during WW1 was on of non-intervention in the politics and conflicts of other countries. She was however eventually dragged into the war to defend her national interests and sovereignty.
What was the change in immigrants' origins to southern and eastern Europe and the impact of this change on urban America?
the americans help europe escape the war
What was Europe referred to as before ww1 broke out?
It was still called Europe then.
Where was WW1 fought?
Europe. Primarily in France,
What did Europe look like before and after World War 1?
Before WW1, Europe was No.1 in almost every field in the whole world, especially in Industry, leaving America far behind. After WW1 it still led the world in many things, such as politics, technology and science. But its economy and Industry began to descend, and America got nearer and nearer to Europe. And many powers like Britain lost its ability to control the world by itself gradually. That is, Europe must unit as one to control the international politics.
In what country does the calendar date change first?
north america north america WRONG !!! Asia > Europe > America America is the last to change the date ! I don't know the exact country ...but it's near China.
Did the time change last night?
Not in America. The time will change on November 7th for the United States. The time did change on October 31st for Europe.
Who was the leader of America in WW1?
Woodrow Wilson.
What were the effects of ww1 in America?
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