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Investigated how arms manufacturers and bankers influenced U.S. involvement in World War I. It strengthened isolationist sentiment and led to laws preventing similar involvement in future wars. -
A series of laws aimed at keeping the U.S. out of foreign conflicts by restricting arms sales, loans, and American involvement in war zones. The 1939 revision allowed "Cash and Carry," permitting arms sales to allies if they transported the goods themselves. -
Germany invaded Poland, leading Britain and France to declare war on Germany. The U.S. remained neutral but began preparing for possible involvement. -
The U.S. agreed to give Britain 50 old destroyers in exchange for military base rights in the Caribbean and Newfoundland. This showed increasing support for the Allies. -
Allowed the U.S. to provide military aid to Allied nations without immediate payment. This effectively ended neutrality and marked a major step toward intervention. -
Declared the entire western Atlantic as part of the U.S. defense zone, allowing U.S. Navy patrols to help British ships locate German submarines. -
A joint declaration between FDR and Winston Churchill outlining post-war goals, including self-determination and free trade. It strengthened U.S.-British cooperation. -
Japan launched a surprise attack on the U.S. naval base at Pearl Harbor, killing over 2,400 Americans. The next day, the U.S. declared war on Japan, officially entering WWII.