1. Causes of US Entry Into World War I

2. 1. Cultural Ties The US was a former British colony
US wanted to help their fellow democracies (Britain and France) just prior to Russia leaving the war.

3. 2. Freedom of the Seas

7. 2. Freedom of the Seas
Lusitania was sunk by a German U-boat (submarine) on May 7, 1915, killing 124 Americans.
In February 1917, Germany began unrestricted submarine warfare.

8. 3. Zimmerman Note

11. 3. Zimmerman Note
Telegram from Germany to Mexico; proposed alliance if the US entered WWI
Intercepted by the British
Germany promised to give Texas, New Mexico, and Arizona to Mexico
US declared war on Germany on April 6, 1917

12. Your assignment…

13. Answer the following questions in 50 words or more (use complete sentences):
Under what circumstances should the US declare war on another country?
Under what circumstances would you voluntarily enlist in order to fight for our country?