Lesson 8: The role of USA in the post-war Peace Treaties Flashcards

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How was USA percieved by the end of the war?

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Seen as a symbol of hope for Europe

Wilson was greeted with hysterical enthusiasm in France first peace conference - he was compared to Jesus entering Jerusalem on Palm Sunday

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Why was Wilson regarded highly?

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  1. 14 points provided the basis for peace
  2. Free from guilt for start of the war
  3. Wanted collective security
  4. Wanted LON to be set up
  5. Wanted independence for smaller countries
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Why was Wilson Criticized?

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  1. Clashed with big 4 = Clemenceau wanted to expand empire and recieve reperations from Germany
  2. Congress voted against US joining LON
  3. “Europe’s war”
  4. Inflation was caused in USA
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How many American soldiers were killed in WW1?

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50,000

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