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Zimmermann Telegram
On January 19, 1917, the Zimmermann Telegram was sent by Germany to Mexico proposing a military alliance against the United States during World War I. This event significantly contributed to the United States’ decision to enter the war. -
War on Serbia!
The Austro-Hungarian Empire declares war on Serbia. The Austro-Hungarian Empire’s declaration of war on Serbia in 1914 was a significant event that ultimately led to the outbreak of World War I. -
War on Germany!
Great Britain declares war on Germany. The war declaration had a substantial economic impact on the USA. As Great Britain was a major trading partner of the United States, its involvement in the war meant that American businesses and industries would be affected. -
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A German U-Boat torpedoes the British passenger liner Lusitania off the Irish coast. It sinks in 18 minutes, drowning 1,201 persons, including 128 Americans. President Woodrow Wilson subsequently sends four diplomatic protests to Germany. -
the United States presidential election.
On November 7, 1916, the United States presidential election took place. Incumbent President Woodrow Wilson narrowly defeated Republican candidate Charles Evans Hughes to secure a second term in office. -
President Woodrow Wilson.
On April 6, 1917, the United States entered World War I with a bold and historic decision by President Woodrow Wilson. The event, known as the United States’ entry into World War I, marked a significant turning point in the conflict and had far-reaching consequences for the nation and the world. -
labor competition
On June 25, 1917, several significant events took place around the world. One notable event was the beginning of the East St. Louis race riot in Illinois, United States. This racially motivated riot erupted as tensions escalated between white and black workers due to labor competition and poor working conditions during World War I. -
Womens Suffrage !
On May 16th, 1918, a significant event took place that had far-reaching consequences for the world. The event was the passing of the 19th Amendment to the United States Constitution, which granted women the right to vote. This amendment was the culmination of decades of struggle and activism by women’s suffrage movements across the country. -
Armistice Day
This armistice, signed between the Allies and Germany, effectively brought an end to the hostilities of World War I. The agreement came into effect at the 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month in 1918, hence it is often referred to as “Armistice Day” or “Remembrance Day” in many countries. -
Are France Allies??
The event was the signing of the Treaty of Versailles, which marked the official end of World War I. The treaty was signed at the Palace of Versailles in France and involved the Allied Powers (including the United States, United Kingdom, France, and Italy) and Germany. The treaty aimed to establish peace terms and reparation payments from Germany for its role in the war.