7.1.4 WWI Involvement Flashcards
What is an Alliance?
Countries agreeing to defend each other.
What was the American Division?
Americans were split on whether to join the war.
What was Wilson’s Stance on WWI?
He stayed neutral at first but joined the war after Germany’s actions.
What is a War Economy?
Adjusting the economy to support war efforts.
What are Reparations?
Payments made by Germany for causing the war.
What is Article 231?
Blames Germany for causing WWI.
What is Militarism?
Building up military forces and celebrating them.
What are the Fourteen Points?
Wilson’s plan for peace after the war.
What was the Meuse-Argonne Campaign?
A big U.S. attack in WWI.
Who was General John J. Pershing?
Leader of U.S. forces in WWI.
What was the Second Battle of The Marne?
A major battle that pushed the Germans back.
What are Liberty Bonds?
Bonds people bought to fund the war.
What was the Convoy System?
Ships escorted by warships to protect them.
What was the Civil War in Russia?
The fight after Russia’s communist revolution.
What was the Treaty of Brest-Litovsk?
A treaty that pulled Russia out of WWI.
What was the Bolshevik Revolution?
The 1917 uprising that made Russia communist.
What was the Zimmerman Telegram?
A secret German message offering Mexico an alliance.
What is Unrestricted Submarine Warfare?
Germany attacking any ship without warning.
What is Neutrality?
Not taking sides in a conflict.
What is Nationalism?
Putting your country’s interests first.
What was the Triple Entente?
The alliance between Britain, France, and Russia.
What is Imperialism?
Expanding a country’s power by taking over other lands.
What was the Triple Alliance?
The military alliance between Germany, Austria-Hungary, and Italy.
