Social Developments: How WWI Impacted American Progressive Movements Flashcards
1
Q
What was the debate around possibly doing Prohibition when the USA got involved with WWI?
A
That Prohibition should be put in place while the USA was in WWI
2
Q
Why was Prohibition demanded more during WWI?
A
It was believed that it would help the focus of the nation
3
Q
What was the case for the Prohibition movement within Politics by 1917?
A
2/3 of The House and The Senate were Drys
4
Q
What does it mean if you’re a “Dry”?
A
You oppose alcohol consumption
5
Q
When was a large march of women opposing WWI in 1914 done?
A
August 1914
6
Q
How many women took part in the August 1914 Anti-War march?
A
1500
