World War I Overview

Flashcards covering key terms and concepts from a lecture on World War I, focusing on American neutrality, public opinion, mobilization, and societal effects.

America Questions Neutrality

The division among Americans about entering World War I due to connections with Europe.

The British Blockade

A military strategy by Britain to prevent goods from reaching Germany, causing famine.

The Lusitania

A British passenger liner sunk by a German U-boat, resulting in the death of 128 Americans.

Zimmerman Telegram

A secret communication from Germany to Mexico proposing an alliance during WWI.

Russian Revolution

The 1917 uprising that led to the overthrow of the Czar, affecting U.S. stance on WWI.

Selective Service Act (1917)

Legislation establishing a draft that called about 2.8 million men into military service.

Committee on Public Information (CPI)

An agency that promoted U.S. involvement in WWI through propaganda.

Espionage & Sedition Acts

Laws prohibiting disloyal or abusive language against the government or flag.

Schenck v. United States

Supreme Court case ruling that free speech could be limited if it presents a clear and present danger.

Great Migration

Migration of African Americans to northern cities for industrial jobs and to escape segregation.

Women and the 19th Amendment

Women's contributions to WWI efforts led to Congress passing the 19th Amendment granting voting rights.

American Expeditionary Forces (AEF)

The U.S. armed forces led by General John Pershing during World War I.