World War I
Who did America fight against?
Germany
What important economic event happened between World War I and World War II?
The great depression.
During the 1950s and 1960s, the U.S. fought against communism.
This was called The ______ War.
Cold
What war involved the countries of Kuwait and Iraq?
The Persian Gulf War
How did the war begin?
Germany attacked U.S. ships.
Name two things that happened during the Great Depression.
People lost their jobs.
Some people had no money or food.
The Depression lasted more than 10 years.
Russia, Korea, and Vietnam were communist countries. What kind of economy does the U.S. have?
Capitalism
What year did the U.S. enter this war?
1991
When did World War I begin?
1917
In what decade was World War II?
1940s
Who was our main rival in the Cold War?
Russia
What event happened in the U.S. on Sept 11, 2001?
9/11
Terrorists attacked the U.S. in New York City and killed many people.
What holiday in November does the U.S. celebrate to honor its soldiers?
Veteran's Day
Why did the U.S. enter this war?
Japan attacked the Pearl Harbor Naval Base in Hawaii.
Why did the U.S. fight Korea and Vietnam?
To stop the spread of Communism.
What countries did the U.S. fight in after this attack?
Iraq and Afghanistan
What does "to honor" mean?
To remember and thank.
Who was President during WWII?
Franklin D. Roosevelt
What month is Memorial Day?
May
What was this military conflict called?
The War on Terror