Politics in the 1920s Flashcards
1
Q
Who was the President pre 1920?
A
Wilson Woodrow
2
Q
Who was the President post 1920?
A
Calvin Coolidge
3
Q
What was the purpose of Wilson’s 14 points?
A
To prevent a future war, and that these points should allow the nation to govern their countries without the interference of another.
4
Q
What was one of the 14 points?
A
To form an alliance to encourage political independence and preserve peace amongst all (League of Nations)
5
Q
What was the main factor for Wilson declaring war on Germany?
A
Germany announced unrestricted submarine warfare, sinking merchant ships with US passengers onboard.
6
Q
What was the Lusitania?
A
Germany sinks Lusitania ship - May 7 1915
1,100 lives lost & 128 Americans dead
7
Q
Why did Wilson’s presidency worse America?
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