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During World War I, as is the case in most modern wars, limitations were placed upon "freedom" by the authorities in various ways. Certain territorial zones were kept off-limits to civilians, with some civilians being forcibly displaced from their homes for military and security reasons. Foodstuffs and other provisions were often restricted or simply removed from the market. Perhaps most importantly, news-sources were not always allowed to report freely on the events occurring during the war -- for the sake of morale or because of security-threats, real or imagined.
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∙ 9y ago
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∙ 14y agoOne reason would be to prevent supporters of the enemy from creating an atmosphere of low morale by constantly disparaging the reasons that we are at war. An example of this type of suspension of free speech took place in the American Civil War (The War Between the States) when President Abraham Lincoln with the support of his cabinet, made it a crime for people in the north to publicly support the southern states' causes and to publicly denounce the northern cause. It was thought that allowing this type of speech would hurt the recruitment efforts.
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∙ 11y agoIt is typical of countries that are at war to suppress freedoms such as speech in order to preserve the war effort. When you are fighting a war, you don't want the people at home saying bad things that could cause disruptions or even revolutions- or at least that's how the story goes.
Even countries like the US passed laws during World War I to that effect- the Espionage Act of 1917 and the Sedition Act of 1918. And these laws were used mainly by the government to attack suspected communists, especially in light of events in Russia at that time. Socialists and communists, even Eugene Debs, were imprisoned for speaking out against the US involvement in World War I.
The Espionage Act of 1917 is still a law in the US too...
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∙ 11y agoThey didn't want people to say bad things about them.
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∙ 13y agoBecause of the violence
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What court case restricted freedom of speech during World War 1?
Schenck v. United States
What were the 4 freedoms in World War 2?
1. Freedom from fear. 2. Freedom from want. 3. Freedom of speech. 4. Freedom to worship. These four freedoms were stated by President Franklin D. Roosevelt in a message to Congress during the war. For more detail Google "4 freedoms"
How did the government suppress dissent during World War 1?
The same way they always do, they threaten dissenters with prison or death.
Which technological advancement most strongly affected a leader's speech during World War 2?
Radio Apex
Who was a nightclub and cabaret idol of Paris in 1920's and a freedom fighter during world war 2?
Lena Horne
Should freedom of speech be restricted during war?
no freedom of speech should never be restricted no matter what even if its the end of the world
Which amendment was violated by Congress during World War 1?
Freedom of speech. The first amendment
Which acts limited freedom of speech during world war 1?
Sedition and espionage actAdded: It was passed in 1917 and repealed in 1921
What court case restricted freedom of speech during World War 1?
Schenck v. United States
What is the Freedom of the Seas by Woodrow Wilson?
"Freedom of the Seas" was a speech delivered by Woodrow Wilson in 1917, during World War I. In this speech, Wilson outlined his vision for a world based on the principles of open trade, freedom of navigation, and respect for the rights of neutral nations. The speech played a significant role in shaping public opinion and ultimately influenced the United States' decision to enter the war.
What was FDR four freedom speech about?
"The first is freedom of speech and expression- everywhere in the world. The second is freedom of every person to worship God in his own way- everywhere in the world. The third is freedom from want- which, translated into world terms, means economic understandings which will secure to every nation a healthy peacetime life for its inhabitants- everywhere in the world. The fourth is freedom from fear- which, translated into world terms means a world-wide reduction of armaments to such a point and in such a thorough fashion that no nation will be in a position to commit an act of physical aggression against any neighbor- anywhere in the world."
Does racism have anything to do with freedom of speech?
NO racism does not have a nything to do with freedom of speech it is just some people in this world are sick minded and cant except others for who they are!
Name one government law passed during wartime that limited the freedom of speech to protect national security issues?
The Sedition Act of 1918 was passed during World War I by the U.S. government to prohibit speech that could incite rebellion or interfere with the war effort. It aimed to prevent dissent or criticism that could undermine national security during the war.
What act was passed during World War 1 that limited freedom of speech and labor rights?
pick up a history book and look for yourself you lazy poophead
What were the 4 freedoms in World War 2?
1. Freedom from fear. 2. Freedom from want. 3. Freedom of speech. 4. Freedom to worship. These four freedoms were stated by President Franklin D. Roosevelt in a message to Congress during the war. For more detail Google "4 freedoms"
In his four freedom speech roosevelt believes that to attain freedom from fear the world must?
reduce the number of weapons-apex
When did Amelia erhart vanish?
Amelia Earhart disappeared in the pacific ocean. She mysteriously disappeared during the flight all around the world in 1937.
