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Zimmerman Note and Lusitania

HS: High School

Created on December 1, 2023

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When World War I began in Europe, the United States declared a policy of neutrality. By 1917, the United States declared war as a result of German submarine warfare and the Zimmermann Note.

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Zimmerman Note

Lusitania

Zimmerman Note

1. Why did Germany send a secret message proposing a military alliance with Mexico against the United States during World War One? 2. How did the British dominance in the undersea telegraph cables impact the Central Powers during World War One? 3. What was the significance of the German promise to Mexico during World War One? 4. How did the news of the coded telegram affect public opinion in America about the US's involvement in the War?

Lusitania

1. Why did the captain and crew of the Lusitania dismiss fears of submarines and what impact did this decision have on the passengers? 2. In what ways did the sinking of the Lusitania impact American public opinion and discussions about the country's role in the war? 3. How did the American media contribute to shaping public perception of the war before and after the sinking of the Lusitania? 4. What challenges did America face in maintaining a position of neutrality after the sinking of the Lusitania, and how did public sentiment evolve?