Unit 9 World War 1

Nationalism

A strong feeling of pride in and loyalty to one's country

Militarism

the belief that a country should maintain a strong military and be prepared to use it aggressively to defend its territories and interests.

Alliance

An agreement to work together

Allied Powers

Alliance of Great Britain, Russia, France, and eventually the United States during World War I.

Central Powers

Alliance of Austria-Hungary, Germany, Ottoman Empire during World War 1

Zimmerman Telegram

A telegram (message) that Germany Sent to Mexico to convince Mexico to attack the U.S.

Lusitania

British ship carrying some American passengers that was sunk by the German U-boats; made America consider entering WWI

Propaganda

Ideas spread to influence public opinion for or against a cause.

Trench Warfare

A form of fighting in which opposing armies battle each other from trenches dug in the battlefield.

Wilson's 14 Points

Woodrow Wilson's plan for post-war peace: no secret treaties; freedom of the seas;removal of economic barriers; reduction of militaries; adjust claimed territories