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President Wilsons response to the sinking of the British passenger ship Lusitania was to send diplomatic protests

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What is the lustitania?

The Lusitania was a British luxury liner sunk by the Germans in 1915. 128 Americans perished in the disaster. Thus, the Lusitania's demise became one of the main reasons for the United States' declaration of war.


What caused the british ocean liner RMS Lusitania to sink World War 1 causing the death of 1198 people?

German u boat submarines. They were attacking under the declaration of unrestricted submarine warfare, and the Lusitania was in their way.


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

President Wilson asked for a declaration of war against Germany primarily in response to unrestricted submarine warfare, particularly after the sinking of the British ocean liner RMS Lusitania in 1915, which resulted in the deaths of American passengers. However, the final catalyst was the revelation of the Zimmermann Telegram in early 1917, in which Germany proposed a military alliance with Mexico against the United States. These provocations, combined with Germany's continued aggression, led Wilson to seek a formal declaration of war on April 2, 1917.


Why did Germany's response to the British blockade cause an outrage?

Germany's response to the British blockade during World War I, particularly its use of unrestricted submarine warfare, caused outrage because it led to the sinking of civilian and neutral ships, resulting in significant loss of life. The most notable incident was the sinking of the RMS Lusitania in 1915, which killed 1,198 passengers, including 128 Americans. This aggressive tactic was viewed as a violation of international law and heightened tensions, ultimately contributing to the United States' decision to enter the war. The disregard for civilian safety and neutrality fueled anti-German sentiment and intensified global condemnation.


This American liner was blown up?

I am not aware of any US ocean liner that has been blown up. The sinking of the British ship Lusitania with American passengers on board precipitated America's involvement in World War 1.