Chapter 19: World War I
The United States reluctantly entered World War I after German submarines violated American neutrality. After the war ended, President Woodrow Wilson supported the Treaty of Versailles, believing its terms would prevent another war. The U.S. Senate, however, rejected the treaty. It did not want the country to be tied to European obligations. Instead, America turned their attention to the difficult adjustment to peacetime.
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Chapter 19: 1 Early Alliances & Conflict
The United States attempted to remain neutral as Europe moved closer to conflict. However, events soon pushed the nation in World War I. These notes focus of the major events that started the war in EUROPE.
Homework: Complete the worksheet, label the nations, color the alliances. |
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Chapter 19: 2 America's Home Front
To successfully fight the war, the United States had to mobilize the entire nation. The federal government created new agencies to mobilize the economy, draft soldiers, and build public support.
Homework: Complete the "Home Front Worksheet" before you do the notes on "Propaganda and War". |
In order to complete this worksheet you will have to listen to the class lecture on YOUTUBE.
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Ch 19: 3 A Bloody Conflict (WWI Weapons)
American troops played a major role in helping end the war. The battle stalemates caused by trench warfare pushed the both the Allies and Central powers to develop new war technology. Follow the link to my youtube page to help you complete the worksheet.
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Ch 19: 3 The Final Year of War 1917-1918
Details some of the key battles and strategies during the war.
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Ch 19: 3 A Flawed Peace
In 1918, Germany surrendered. But what to do now? Two very different peace proposals were made, but only one was enforced.
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World War I Test Review Sheet!
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Ch 19: 4 The War's Impact (1919)
The postwar period proved a difficult readjustment period for the United States, in part because of the economic turmoil and the fear of communism.
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