Treaty of Versailles and 14 points
Who was Woodrow Wilson?
What is Imperialism?
The more powerful country taking on the less powerful country. An imbalance of power.
What factors led to the US to get involved?
Problems with Mexico, Wilson's Re-election, Unrestricted Submarine Warfare and the Russian Revolution.
What YEAR did WW1 begin?
1914
When did the US take over Hawaii?
July 7, 1898
What plan did Woodrow Wilson come up with?
The 14 point plan
What are the 4 motivations for US Imperialism?
Economic, Cultural, Political and Military
Why was the US originally NOT involved?
Americans did not see a reason to tangle themselves into what was Europe's problem, they were far away from all the destruction.
What are the 4 main causes of WW1?
Militarism, Alliances, Imperialism, Nationalism
Why did the US choose to buy Alaska?
Americans saw a potential for gold, fur and fisheries, as well as more open trade with other countries.
Why did Woodrow Wilson come up with the 14 point plan?
Wilson wanted to maintain peace so a war wouldn't happen again
What is the TERM: A group believes their culture is superior. Hint: Relates to the same laws as Natural Selection.
Social Darwinism
What was ONE event that led America to get involved? (Hint: Submarine)
Germany's unrestricted submarine warfare.
What countries were the Central Powers?
Germany, Austria-Hungary and Turkey
Why did the US annex Hawaii?
They saw potential in Naval impacts, as it provided a base in the Pacific. They also saw natural resources as a benefit.
How did the 14 points impact the Treaty of Versailles?
The Allies thought the 14 points were too soft on Germany, and wanted them to take responsibility. The Treaty was created to make Germany take that responsibility.
What was the reason for America starting Imperialism?
The desire for new markets for products, and the belief of culture being spread.
Why did Wilson run for president again? What was his goal/idea?
What countries were the Allies?
France, Great Britain, Russia, Italy, Japan, and United States
What was the NEGATIVE IMPACTS of annexing Hawaii?
Hawaii lost ALL independence, giving it up to the U.S., lost lots of its own culture, larger population of foreigners, Native Hawaiians lost many of their homes, resources, etc.
What is the impact of the Treaty of Versailles?
Germany was to take Responsibility of the war, pay a lot of money for the damages, lose territory, and reduced their military
Explain how American Imperialism impacted the Economy.
What was the reason for Russia going into a Revolution? Did Russia sign a peace agreement? And with what side of powers?
Russia's government was experiencing a widespread corruption. Russia signed a peace agreement with the Central Powers.
What was trench warfare during WW1? Where was it most commonly used during this time?
It was a defensive tactic used, it gave soldiers protection from enemy fire. It was used by France and Belgium.
How did the construction of the Panama Canal influence the U.S.?
It helped Americans trade and provided a shorter route between Atlantic and Pacific Oceans.