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America wanted to remain neutral during WWI because it wanted Europe to settle its own continental problems. The USA was eventually forced to enter WWI in order to protect its merchant sea going vessels.

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Which community in America came out strongly for neutrality during World War 1?

The Irish


What were the major steps in America's move away from neutrality between 1935 and 1941?

Between 1935 and 1941, America gradually shifted from neutrality through several key steps. The Neutrality Acts of the 1930s aimed to prevent U.S. involvement in foreign conflicts but were increasingly challenged by the rise of fascism in Europe. The 1939 revision allowed for "cash and carry" provisions, enabling the sale of arms to allies while maintaining a semblance of neutrality. By 1941, the Lend-Lease Act marked a significant departure, allowing the U.S. to supply military aid to Allied nations, solidifying America's role in the impending conflict of World War II.


What caused America to enter WWII?

America entered World War II primarily due to the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor on December 7, 1941, which killed over 2,400 Americans and galvanized public opinion in favor of entering the conflict. Prior to this, the U.S. had been providing support to Allied nations through programs like Lend-Lease but had maintained a policy of neutrality. The attack prompted Congress to declare war on Japan the following day, and shortly after, Germany and Italy declared war on the United States, fully involving America in the global conflict.


Why did the US abandon its position of strict neutrality during the late 1930s?

The US abandoned it's strict neutrality position in the late 1930s due to Hitler's rise to power. World War II was gearing up, and the US needed to step in to help keep the Axis powers from winning the war.


What was the united state's position at the beginning of World War 1?

Isolationism and neutrality.