Causes of the War
The domination by one country of the political, economic, and/or cultural life of another country or region
Imperialism
This alliance consisted of Germany, The Ottoman Empire, and Austria-Hungary. "The bad guys"
The Central Powers
Reasons that America entered the war
The Sinking of the Lusitania and The Zimmerman Telegram
The act passed by Congress that authorized the draft of young men for military service; started in World War One
The Selective Service Act
Wilson created this at the end of the war in order to prevent further wars, keep peace, and not make Germany made
14 Point Plan
A union or association formed for mutual benefit between countries.
Alliances
This alliance consisted of Britain, France, Russia, America, Japan, and Italy. "The Good Guys"
The Triple Entente
True or False: Although they entered the war, America did not have much significance in helping the Triple Entente actually win.
False
These were sold by the gov't in order to raise money for America during the war. People were encouraged to buy them by being convinced that it was their patriotic duty.
War Bonds/Liberty Bonds
Document that ended the war.
The Treaty of Versailles
Pride in one's country
Nationalism
This group of people found growing importance in the workplace stepping into factories to make supplies such as bullets, uniforms, ammunition, and even worked as nurses
Women
__________________________ was sent to form an alliance between Mexico and Germany in case the US declared war on Germany.
The Zimmerman Telegram
U.S. government agency created to help organize the country's economy for war. It was responsible for making sure factories produced enough goods for soldiers, controlled raw materials, set prices, and made businesses focus on war production instead of consumer goods.
War Industries Board
True or False: America joined the League of nations
False
A strong government focus on the military; building up one’s military
Militarism
Following World War One, women gained right, after showing support for their country in the war.
Suffrage-the right to vote
This occurred when Germany practiced unrestricted submarine warfare and blew up a ship with innocent passengers on it.
The Sinking of The Lusitania
These were promoted to encourage citizens to grow their own vegetables in backyards, public spaces, and vacant lots.
Victory Gardens
Reason that Wilson was opposed to signing the Treaty of Versailles
Wanted to avoid future conflict, war, and tensions with Germany
"The Spark" that started World War One
The Assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand
People whose religious and/or moral beliefs forbid them from fighting in war
Conscientious Objectors
American President during World War One
Woodrow Wilson
These people were treated harshly in America during World War One and often faced discrimination and other forms of prejudice. Were also forced to prove their loyalty
German Americans
Peace keeping group made after the war to prevent anymore world wars from occurring
The League of Nations