Background
What major treaty ended WWI?
The Treaty of Versailles
Who delivered the “America First” speech urging the U.S. to stay out of WWII?
Charles Lindbergh
What does unilateralism mean?
When a country acts on its own without consulting others
What does UN stand for?
The United Nations
What key term is the Pat Tillman story an example of?
Manufacturing consent: Military made up a narrative for him in order to gain more for support wars in Iraq and Afghanistan.
What was the global economic catastrophe that led to leaders like Hitler rise to power?
Trench Foot
In Hiroshima Diary, Dr Michihiko Hachiya says what about Hiroshima immediately after the bombing?
There was silence, confusion, destruction
"Hiroshima was no longer a city but a burnt-over prairie"
True or False:
Hiroshima was an example of the U.S. acting unilaterally?
True
What was the main goal of creating the United Nations?
A: End the great depression
B: Prevent future wars, and promote justice, equality and respect
C: Turn the USSR into Russia
D: Free the slaves
B: Prevent future wars, and promote justice, equality and respect
How are the events of Hiroshima and Gaza similar today?
They both show innocent civilians suffering the price of war.
What were consequences for Germany in the Treaty of Versailles?
Loss of military, loss of land, and huge financial reparations
What is one main goal stated in the UN Charter’s Preamble?
*Prevents future wars, maintains peace
*Promote justice, equality and respect
How does Lindbergh’s “America First” speech reflect unilateral thinking?
He wanted America to stay out of a "European" war, and to protect itself.
What statement does the United Nations charter begin with?
"We the people of the United Nations....."
What did the U.S. do during WWII that can be compared to modern ICE detentions?
The internment of Japanese-American citizens.