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Tampico Arrest
Mexican soldiers arrested American sailors at Tampico, a Mexican port. This action was used as leverage against Mexico. -
Archduke Ferdinand Assassinated
The Archduke of the Austro-Hungarian Empire was assassinated by Gavrilo Princip, leading to the first world war. -
Bolshevik Revolution
Lenin's Bolshevik Revolution succeeded, toppling over the old Russian oligarchy. This lead to Russia leaving the World War I scene. -
United States Joins WWI
The United States joined the First World War as a result of numerous factors, including the Zimmermann Telegram and submarine strikes. -
Fourteen Points
Drafted by Wilson, the Fourteen Points were a series of terms which attempted to not only resolve the current conflict, but to ensure peace thereafter. -
Red Summer of 1919
Exacerbated racial tensions ensued as white supremacists sparked riots. This occurred over a wide range of cities across the nation, including Washington D.C. -
18th Amendment
The 18th Amendment was passed, which prohibited the sale of alcohol, and imposed numerous other restrictions on alcohol. This Amendment was overturned in the future due to its passage only making the problem worse. -
19th Amendment
The 19th Amendment was certified, allowing women to vote. This also prevented the government from ever denying one the right to vote on account of their sex.