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President Wilson asked for a declaration of war against Germany primarily due to the resumption of unrestricted submarine warfare by the German Navy, which posed a direct threat to American ships and lives. Additionally, the interception of the Zimmerman Telegram, in which Germany proposed a military alliance with Mexico against the United States, further inflamed public opinion and solidified the call for action. These events collectively pushed Wilson to abandon his earlier stance of neutrality and seek congressional approval for war.

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Why did great Britain and France finally declare war on Germany in September 1939?

Great Britain and France declared war on Germany on September 3, 1939, in response to Germany's invasion of Poland on September 1, 1939. Both countries had pledged to support Poland in the event of aggression, viewing Germany's actions as a violation of international agreements and a threat to European stability. The invasion marked a significant escalation of Adolf Hitler's expansionist policies, prompting the Allies to take a stand against further Nazi aggression. Their declaration of war aimed to protect Poland and contain the growing threat posed by Germany.


Which event first weakend the German hold on western Europe?

Germany first failed to win the Battle of Britain, then Germany failed to capture Moscow, finally Germany lost the Battle of Stalingrad and Germany began the slow, but, steady retreat back to Berlin.


What are the 3 examples that show ineffectiveness of the League of Nations during the 1930s period of crisis?

The first example is the Japanese invasion of Manchuria. The League of Nations disapproved but had no means to stop the invasion. Mussolini then invaded Ethiopia in 1935, and the League of Nations was unable to take action against him. Finally, in 1936, Hitler began to remilitarize Germany, and there was no reaction from the League of Nations.


Why did Archduke Franz Ferdinand's assassination trigger World War 1?

Franz Ferdinand was the heir to the throne of the Austro-Hungarian Empire. He was murdered by Bosnian separatists with help from Serbian militants. Austria-Hungary blamed Serbia for helping the assassins, and after some failed negotiations, they declared war on Serbia.Austria-Hungary's declaration of war triggered the complex system of alliances, which finally caused World War I.Russia, who considered Serbia a close friend, began mobilizing their army against Austria-Hungary.Germany, who was allied with Austria-Hungary, declared war on Russia.Knowing that Russia and France were allies, Germany also declared war on France and launched an invasion of France through Luxembourg, Belgium and the Netherlands.Britain demanded that Germany leave Belgium. When Germany ignored this, Britain declared war on Germany.Knowing that the Ottoman Empire disliked Russia, Germany gave the Ottomans some warships, which the Ottomans used to attack Russia, thereby declaring war on them.Other countries later joined the war (notably Italy and the United States), but this was the point where major fighting had started.


List two causes of world war 2?

The Great Depression played a part in that every country felt the pressure as many people were without homes, food and jobs. In an effort to fight against this Hitler began to take actions that went against the Treaty of Versailles (agreement at the end of World War 1). Such examples of this include regaining an alliance with Austria/Hungary, rebuilding the army, and invading neighboring countries. With the invasion of Poland on September 1, 1939, England and Franch, who had repeatedly reminded Germany of the treaty expectations, finally declared war.

Related Questions

What event finally caused President Wilson to ask for a declaration of war against Germany?

The sinking of ships carrying Americans


What finally brought America into the war?

Germany's declaration of unlimited submarine warfare


What event finally caused president Wilson to ask for a declaration?

The Zimmerman Letter


When was the Declaration of Independence finally published?

the Declaration of Independence was finally published, on the Fourth of July, 1776


What forced the US into war with Germany in 1941?

"The Government of the United States having violated in the most flagrant manner and in ever-increasing measure all rules of neutrality in favor of the adversaries of Germany and having continually been guilty of the most severe provocations toward Germany ever since the outbreak of the European war, provoked by the British declaration of war against Germany on September 3, 1939, has finally resorted to open military acts of aggression." Historyplace


Why did President Wilson finally decide to join the Allies in World War I?

1) The British found a letter written by Germany that tried to get Mexico to declare war on the USA, and 2) Germany said they were going to resume unrestricted submarine warfare and sink any ships (civilian or military) sailing between the USA and England. These two actions finally provoked President Wilson to ask the Congress to declare War on Germany.


How would a Democratic candidate for president run against President Obama in 2012?

He or she would have to start by entering primaries and competing at caucuses and then finally win the nomination of the party at its convention.


What finally led to the US participation in World War 1?

The United States' participation in World War I was primarily triggered by a combination of factors, including unrestricted submarine warfare by Germany, which resulted in the sinking of civilian ships like the Lusitania, and the interception of the Zimmermann Telegram, in which Germany proposed a military alliance with Mexico against the US. These events, alongside growing economic ties to the Allies and a desire to protect American interests, ultimately swayed public opinion and led President Woodrow Wilson to ask Congress for a declaration of war in April 1917.


What aggressive act against a nation finally drew declarations of war against Hitler?

The United States declared war on Japan who was an ally to Hitler's Nazi party in Germany, because of the attack on Pearl Harbor.


Why did great Britain and France finally declare war on Germany in September 1939?

Great Britain and France declared war on Germany on September 3, 1939, in response to Germany's invasion of Poland on September 1, 1939. Both countries had pledged to support Poland in the event of aggression, viewing Germany's actions as a violation of international agreements and a threat to European stability. The invasion marked a significant escalation of Adolf Hitler's expansionist policies, prompting the Allies to take a stand against further Nazi aggression. Their declaration of war aimed to protect Poland and contain the growing threat posed by Germany.


What were the two important reasons for the US entering war against Germany in World War 1?

One: Germany sank the British "Lusitania", a ship. This ship had 128 Americans on board. This caused America to be angry. Two: America was becoming less and less neutral by the day. It was really tempted to fight against the growing dictatorship of Germany. Finally Congress declared war on Germany in April 6, 1917 after the failed treaties between America and Germany.


Who helped finalize the Declaration of Independence?

The United States Declaration of Independence was written primarily by Thomas Jefferson