Flashcards #2-United States and WW1

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neutrality

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Neutrality in WWI meant a nation officially taking no sides, avoiding military involvement, and remaining impartial, but for countries like the U.S., it also involved maintaining trade with all countries involved.

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Unrestricted submarine warfare

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A type of naval warfare in which submarines sink vessels such as freighters and tankers without warning.

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Lusitania

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A British passenger ship sunk by a German U-boat in 1915, contributing to the U.S. entering World War I.

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Zimmerman Telegram

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A secret diplomatic communication from Germany proposing a military alliance with Mexico against the U.S. during World War I.

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Russian Revolution 1917

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A series of revolutions in Russia that led to the overthrow of the Tsar and the establishment of a communist government.

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Doughboys

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A nickname for American soldiers, particularly those who served in World War I.

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Selective Service Act of 1917

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A law passed to draft men into military service during World War I.

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Victory gardens

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Gardens planted by civilians during World War I to grow food and support the war effort.

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Liberty bonds

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War bonds sold in the U.S. to support the Allied cause in World War I.

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Rationing

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The controlled distribution of scarce resources, goods, or services during World War I.