Arguments for U.S. involvement in World War I included the need to protect American economic interests, particularly regarding trade with Allied nations such as Britain and France. Additionally, the unrestricted submarine warfare by Germany posed a direct threat to American lives and shipping, exemplified by incidents like the sinking of the Lusitania. Many also viewed the war as an opportunity to promote democracy and secure a lasting peace, aligning with President Woodrow Wilson's vision of a new world order. Lastly, there was a strong sense of national unity and moral obligation to support allies fighting against autocratic regimes.
War: 1914-1918 US military involvement: 1917-1918
Financial motives
Eugene V. Debs
The Progressive Era came to an end in 1917, which was the year the United States joined World War I. Woodrow Wilson was president from March 4, 1913 to March 4, 1921, including all of World War I.
Arguments against the U.S. joining World War I included a strong isolationist sentiment, with many believing that the conflict was a European issue that did not directly threaten American interests. Critics argued that involvement would lead to unnecessary loss of American lives and resources. Additionally, there was concern about the economic implications and the potential for increased government control over citizens' lives during wartime. Many Americans also felt a sense of ethnic loyalty to either the Allies or Central Powers, complicating the decision to engage in the war.
1941
they were a allie.
How_did_the_us_involvment_in_World_War_2_escolate
Self defense, the US was attacked.
1945
Supplying Allies with weapons
The Japanesse surrender.
The US is not yet involved in world 11. The next world war should be WWIII so they have a way to go.
December 7th 1941
The US entered World War 2 after the attack on Pearl Harbor. When over 2,400 US lives were lost in a sneak attack on a Sunday morning, there was no stopping US involvement in the war.
World War I was from 1914 to 1918, US involvement was 1917 to 1918.
Pearl Harbor