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The United States could easily afford to go to war from an economic standpoint, but it wrestled with the possible cost of lives as well, for a war that many felt was not the concern of the US.
Culturally and socially there was much sympathy for Britain in some quarters, and antipathy in others, depending on your position in society. For example, British emigrants felt that they should support their home.
The primary influences were that Pacifists felt that the United States should set an example of peace to the world. Additionally, the Monroe Doctrine stated that the United States would not interfere with foreign affairs. Also, the United States had stronger economic ties with the Allies as opposed to the Central Powers. Trade between Britain and France with the United States was double the trade with Germany. American manufacturers were flooded with orders for weapons and supplies from the Allies. Eventually, there was a shortage of labor.
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∙ 14y agoBecause they saw it as a war that did not involve them and did not want to spend lives defending foreign countries
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∙ 15y agoThe U.S. stayed neutral during the World War 1 because President Wilson thought that them being neutral could somehow end the war.
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∙ 12y agoThey stayed neutral because Woodrow Wilson was very depressed at the time that his wife died and was very religious and didn't like killing.
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Why was the US determined to stay neutral in World War 2?
Because most of us did not want involved in foreign affairs such as brutal conflict. That was, until Japan bombed us. Then, it was all over for the enemy.
Why did the American government want to the protect the rights of neutral nations to use the seas during war?
The American government wanted to be able to import and export goods to and from neutral nations, thereby allowing the country to stay afloat economically and continue the war with the goods needed. This wouldn't really be possible if neutral ships carrying goods were gunned down on their way to the US.
Why did wilson enter world war 1?
President Wilson tried for the first few years of the war to keep out of the war and stay "neutral". In 1917 however Germany began to attack any commercial ship headed towards Britain. This included US ships so Congress declared war on December 5th, 1917.
Did the allies want America's help during World War 1?
no
What did Hitler want to do during World War 2?
Because he want to kill another people like you :)) .
Why did the US stay neutral in World War 2 before Pearl Harbor?
They didn't want war. They wanted to stay neutral so they could lose as little lives as possible.
Why did Madison want the US to remain neutral during the War of 1812?
he wanted to stay neutrual in the war 1812 because his army was weak
Why did the US stay neutral torwards Germany in World War 2?
They were trying to get out of the Great Depression and weren't interested of what was going on in Europe as they didn't want to get into another war.
Why did some countries stay neutral in World War 2?
== == In all conflicts some powers stay neutral. Generally it was because the neutral nation saw no need to get involved. Wars are costly in money and usually bloody. They can lead to destabilizing conditions for all involved parties, even victors. As such, a wise national leader will consider all options before resorting to war.
How did Americans react at first?
At first the United States staying neutral. President Wilson ran for re-election during the war (1916) promising to stay out of the war. The country was full of isolationist that did not want to fight.
Why was the US determined to stay neutral in World War 2?
Because most of us did not want involved in foreign affairs such as brutal conflict. That was, until Japan bombed us. Then, it was all over for the enemy.
Why did the American government want to the protect the rights of neutral nations to use the seas during war?
The American government wanted to be able to import and export goods to and from neutral nations, thereby allowing the country to stay afloat economically and continue the war with the goods needed. This wouldn't really be possible if neutral ships carrying goods were gunned down on their way to the US.
Is it true that neutrality is the ability to choose sides during war?
It is not true. Neutrality, as pertains to war, means that a country is choosing not to participate in the war. They are choosing not to join any side and want to be left alone. Sometimes a neutral country does choose a side- like Italy during World War I (they had chosen not to join the Central Powers, and then were basically bribed by the Allies to join their side), or Belgium during both World Wars (both times they were invaded by Germany, despite being neutral). But when this happens, the country ceases to be neutral.
What was the stance of the US before the World War 2 and why?
Neutral, because they didn't want to fight.
Why did the US want to stay out of World War 1?
The US didnt want war
Why did us wanted to stay neutral?
Because they didnt want to get involved in European affairs. They recently signed the Monroe Doctrine that stated the limitation of European involvement in North America, and the United States did not want to put that agreement in jeopardy or at risk.
What caused Belgium to declare itself a neutral country in 1936?
In order to gain its Independence Belgium had to promise to stay neutral in the world economy and in wars, this was decided by the Grand Alliance in 1831, but after WW1 a lot had happened and they couldn't stay neutral anymore. The country had to stay independent, but its people fought back against the oppressor, like the resistance.
