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US Expansion
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Acquisition of Hawaii
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Assassination of Franz Ferdinand
Archduke Ferdinand assassinated by Gavrilo Princip, a Serbian -
Panama Canal
The US built a canal in the middle of Panama, the narrowest part of Central America. This reduced the time it took to travel across the US. Roosevelt struck a deal with Panamanian rebels who wanted independence, giving the US control over the Panama Canal Zone. -
German Proclamation
Germany issues order stating that any ships entering the British Isles will be sunk -
Sinking of Lusitania
Germany sinks Passenger ship that crossed into the warzone, killing 1260 people, 120 of which were Americans. -
Sussex Pledge
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Zimmerman Telegram
Britain intercepts telegram sent by Germany to Mexico, asking them to attack US in exchange for territory. -
US enters WWI
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Selective Service Act
Required American males to enlist for the army, between ages 21-30. 10 million soldiers enlisted in a few months.