Mexican Revolution
What event began in 1910 with the overthrow of Porfirio Diaz?
The Mexican Revolution
What town did Pancho Villa attack in 1916?
Columbus, New Mexico
What was the time frame of the American Punitive Expedition?
1916-1917.
What event caused the U.S. to abandon its neutrality in WWI?
Germany's refusal to respect American rights.
What publication was printed in both Spanish and English during WWI?
New Mexico War News.
Who was the revolutionary general fighting in the north?
Pancho Villa.
Why did Villa raid Columbus, New Mexico?
Villa was angry at the U.S. for aiding one of his enemies.
Who organized the American Punitive Expedition?
General John J. Pershing.
What was the Zimmermann Telegram?
A coded message proposing an alliance between Germany and Mexico.
Who were the “Four-Minute Men”?
Speakers who delivered brief speeches to promote war efforts.
What was the major outcome of the Mexican Revolution?
The end of Porfirio Diaz's dictatorship and significant social and political changes in Mexico.
What was one possible reason for Villa's attack involving Germany?
Germany may have paid Villa to raid Columbus to provoke U.S. involvement in the war.
What were two achievements of the Punitive Expedition?
Experimentation with airplanes and valuable field experience for future combat.
How did the Zimmermann Telegram affect American sentiments?
It deepened resentment against Germany.
What strategies did New Mexicans use to support the war effort?
Posters, speeches, and community engagement.
How did the U.S. initially avoid involvement in the Mexican Revolution?
The U.S. managed to avoid direct involvement until April 1914.
What was the main goal of the American Punitive Expedition?
To chase and capture Pancho Villa.
Why was the Punitive Expedition considered a failure?
It did not capture Pancho Villa.
Why were New Mexicans eager to fight in World War I?
Their loyalty to the U.S. was questioned due to previous conflicts.
How did propaganda affect German-Americans in New Mexico?
They showed loyalty to avoid persecution and suspicion during the war.
What was the impact of the Mexican Revolution on New Mexico?
It led to increased tensions and military activity along the border.
What was the significance of Columbus during the Punitive Expedition?
It served as the expedition’s headquarters and experienced an economic boom.
What was the economic impact of the Punitive Expedition on Columbus?
Columbus enjoyed an economic boom following the raid.
What role did New Mexico play in the larger context of WWI?
New Mexicans fought in the war, contributing to the U.S. military efforts.
What was the significance of the Women's Land Army during WWI?
They contributed to agricultural production to support the war effort.