History 9th Flashcards
Why is the flu pandemic referred to as the Spanish flu
The Spanish reported on it due to military neutrality
What was one of the main reasons the flu spread rapidly among soldiers
They were living in crowded conditions
What event was held to discourage the consumption of German beer
A public stein breaking fest
What was the initial perception of African American soldiers by the United States military during WW1
They were believed to perform poorly in battle
What was the initial perception of African American soldiers by the United States military during WW1
They were believed to perform poorly in battle
Who were the Harlem Hell Fighters eventually assigned to fight alongside
The French army
What significant act did Henry Johnson perform during the battle mentioned in the video
He saved his fellow solider while injured
What was the main purpose of the treaty of Versailles
Ended the state of war between Germany and the allied powers
What three nations were major victors in the war and responsible for the treaty
Great Britain, United States, and France
What was the reaction of the German public to the Treaty of Versailles
They initially refused to sign it
List three things that were done to mobilize for war
Expand the army, manage the economy, convince Americans
How did WW1 help create a demographic shift
Push/Pull factors of the great migration
How did WW1 help create a demographic shift
Push/Pull factors of the great migration
Which nation had the largest navy at the beginning of WW1
Britain
Which nation had the most troops at the beginning of WW1
Germany
