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Imperialism
European powers claimed remaining uncolonized areas in Africa, the pacific, and Asia. There was a competition for the lands among the powers of Europe. -
Militarism
Militarism involves building up a nations armed forces preparing for the war. It gave the military more authority over the government. -
Nationalism
One of the types that contributed to World War I was countries acting in their own national interest. This caused Warfare. -
President wilson's Views on the War
President Wilson announced American neutrality in the war. Public opinion about neutrality changed after the Lusitania was sunk. 2,000 people died including 128 Americans. -
Sinking of the Lusitania
The Lusitania was a british passenger liner that disappeared with almost 1,200 passengers. Germany didn't show remorse. -
Sussex Pledge
German government promised that U-boats would warn the ships before they attacked. Broken promises that led to this pledge frustrated President Wilson. -
Daylight saving time
The Lever Food and Fuel Control Act sponsored gasless days to save fuel. Daylight saving time turned clocks ahead an hour for summer.It reduced the need for artificual light and lowered fuel consumption. -
Zimmermann Note
Arthur Zimmermann made a secret offer to Mexico.The telegram svored public relations victory for Great Britain. -
Russian Revolution
The Russian monarchy was replaced with a republican government.This revolution cheered the prowar faction inthe U.S. -
Selective Service Act
This act authorized a draft of young men for military service and was passed by congress. The draft caused riots. -
First American Soldiers to Europe
Many soldiers were sent to defend against Germany. 4 million men survived. -
Lever Food and Fuel Control Act
The Lever Food and Fuel Control Act created an agency called the Fuel administration. It regulated the price of production and allocation of foods, fuel, and beverages. -
Espionage/Sedition Act
This act made it illegal to interfere with the draft. The Espionage Act was amended by the Sedition Act. -
Fourteen Points
The number of provisions Wilsons goals contained. His first point called for an end to secret treaties. -
Armistice
Armistice is a cease-fire signed by tbe republic. This was in a French railroad car. After six hours the guns fell silent. -
League of Nations
The League of Nations is an organization where the nations of the world would join together to create security and peace for members. Wilson wanted to convince Congress to accept. -
Paris Peace Conference
This conference was the meeting for the victory of the Allied Powers at the end of WWI. Also called the Versailles Peace Conference -
Versailles Treaty
This treaty violated the fourteen points. The germans refused to sign it. The great powers signed this treaty at the former home of French kings outside of Paris
