138 American citizens
The sinking of the Lusitania in May 1915 elicited a strong emotional response from Americans, sparking outrage and calls for action against Germany. Many viewed the attack as an affront to American values and maritime rights, as the ship was carrying civilians and some American passengers. Public opinion shifted towards supporting the Allies in World War I, although the U.S. government initially maintained a stance of neutrality. The incident ultimately contributed to growing tensions that would lead the U.S. to enter the war in 1917.
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There were many events that made the Americans upset against the Central Powers (especially Germany). - Sinking of the Lusitania - Zimmerman Telegram - Russian Revolution (since Russia stepped out of the war, then US joined)
1. Unrestricted German submarine warfare sank American ships even though the US was neutral. 2. Zimmerman Telegram which showed that Germany was encouraging Mexico to attack the US angered many Americans. 3. German submarines sank the RMS Lusitania, a British ocean liner that was carrying US passengers.
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Yes, there were 139 Americans aboard the RMS Lusitania when it sank, of which 128 died.
One source stated about 135 Americans died on the Lusitania.
1,198 people died when the RMS Lusitania sunk.
1,198 people out of 1,959 people died on the Lusitania.
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Germany claimed the Lusitania had weapons on board.
the torpedo attack of the "Lusitania"
(A+) the torpedo attack of the Lusitania
The Lusitania was a British ocean liner that was sunk by a German U-boat on May 7, 1915, during World War I. The attack resulted in the deaths of 1,198 passengers and crew, including 128 Americans, and significantly swayed public opinion in the United States against Germany. The sinking contributed to the U.S. decision to enter the war in 1917, highlighting the dangers of unrestricted submarine warfare. The incident marked a pivotal moment in shaping international relations during the conflict.
many us citizen died.
Over 1,200 passengers including 100 kids(125 US citizens) and 417 crew lost their lives aboard the Lusitania on May 7, 1915 during World War 1. The Lusitania was struck by the German World War 1 submarine(the U-20).
The sinking of the Lusitania was important to the USA's decision to join ww2 because there were many Americans on board the Lusitania at the time of its sinking and the Americans feared similar attacks in the future.