Untitled Flashcards Set

  • Upton Sinclair: Upton Sinclair was an American writer and political activist who is best known for his novel "The Jungle," which exposed the harsh conditions in the meatpacking industry and led to the passage of the Pure Food and Drug Act and the Meat Inspection Act in 1906.

  • Laissez-faire: Laissez-faire is an economic theory that advocates for minimal government intervention in the economy. It suggests that markets should be allowed to operate freely without government regulation.

  • Muckrakers: Muckrakers were journalists and writers in the late 19th and early 20th centuries who sought to expose corruption, social injustices, and abuses of power in society.

  • Ida Tarbell: Ida Tarbell was a muckraking journalist known for her investigations into the Standard Oil Company, which led to the breakup of the company under antitrust laws.

  • Susan B. Anthony: Susan B. Anthony was a prominent American suffragist and social reformer who played a crucial role in the women's suffrage movement.

  • Plessy v. Ferguson: Plessy v. Ferguson was a landmark U.S. Supreme Court case in 1896 that upheld the constitutionality of racial segregation under the "separate but equal" doctrine.

  • Up From Slavery: "Up From Slavery" is the autobiography of Booker T. Washington, a prominent African American educator and leader, which details his rise from slavery to becoming a prominent figure in the African American community.

  • NAACP: The National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP) is a civil rights organization in the United States that works to ensure the political, educational, social, and economic equality of rights for all persons.

  • The Rough Riders: The Rough Riders were a volunteer cavalry regiment led by Theodore Roosevelt during the Spanish-American War.

  • Spanish-American War: The Spanish-American War was a conflict in 1898 between the United States and Spain that resulted in the United States acquiring territories such as Puerto Rico, Guam, and the Philippines.

  • William McKinley: William McKinley was the 25th President of the United States who was assassinated in 1901, leading to the presidency of Theodore Roosevelt.

  • "The Trustbuster": Theodore Roosevelt was known as "The Trustbuster" for his efforts to break up monopolies and trusts that were deemed harmful to competition and consumers.

  • John Muir: John Muir was a Scottish-American naturalist and conservationist who played a key role in the establishment of national parks in the United States.

  • William Howard Taft: William Howard Taft was the 27th President of the United States and later served as the 10th Chief Justice of the United States.

  • "Bull Moose" Party: The "Bull Moose" Party was the nickname for the Progressive Party, a political party formed by Theodore Roosevelt for the 1912 presidential election.

  • Franz Ferdinand: Archduke Franz Ferdinand of Austria was assassinated in 1914, an event that triggered the outbreak of World War I.

  • U-boat: U-boats were German submarines used during World War I and World War II for naval warfare.

  • Lusitania: The RMS Lusitania was a British ocean liner that was sunk by a German U-boat in 1915 during World War I, leading to a significant loss of civilian lives.

  • Zimmermann Telegram: The Zimmermann Telegram was a secret diplomatic communication sent by the German Empire in 1917 proposing a military alliance with Mexico against the United States.

  • April 2, 1917: April 2, 1917, is the date when President Woodrow Wilson asked the United States Congress to declare war on Germany, leading to U.S. involvement in World War I.

  • Doughboys: "Doughboys" was a nickname for American soldiers, particularly those who fought in World War I.

  • George M. Cohan: George M. Cohan was a prominent American entertainer, playwright, composer, lyricist, actor, singer, dancer, and producer.

  • Fourteen Points: The Fourteen Points were a set of principles outlined by President Woodrow Wilson in 1918 as a basis for peace negotiations to end World War I.

  • The Big Four: The Big Four refers to the four most important leaders at the Paris Peace Conference in 1919: Woodrow Wilson (USA), Georges Clemenceau (France), David Lloyd George (UK), and Vittorio Orlando (Italy).

  • Georges Clemenceau: Georges Clemenceau was the Prime Minister of France during World War I and one of the key figures in the Treaty of Versailles negotiations.

  • David Lloyd George: David Lloyd George was the Prime Minister of the United Kingdom during World War I and played a significant role in the Allied victory and post-war settlements.

  • Woodrow Wilson: Woodrow Wilson was the 28th President of the United States and led the country during World War I. He was also instrumental in the creation of the League of Nations.

  • League of Nations: The League of Nations was an international organization founded in 1920 with the aim of promoting world peace and cooperation.

  • Treaty of Versailles: The Treaty of Versailles was the peace treaty that ended World War I, signed in 1919 and imposing harsh penalties on Germany.

  • John Steele Gordon: John Steele Gordon is a financial journalist, historian, and author known for his writings on business and financial history.

  • 16th Amendment (1913): The 16th Amendment authorized the federal government to levy an income tax on individuals and corporations without apportioning it among the states based on population.

  • 17th Amendment (1913): The 17th Amendment established the direct election of United States Senators by popular vote in each state. Prior to this amendment, Senators were chosen by state legislatures.

  • 18th Amendment (1919): The 18th Amendment prohibited the manufacture, sale, and transportation of alcoholic beverages in the United States. This period is known as Prohibition.

  • 19th Amendment (1920): The 19th Amendment granted women the right to vote, prohibiting the denial of voting rights on the basis of sex. This amendment marked a significant victory for the women's suffrage movement.

  • 20th Amendment (1933): The 20th Amendment, also known as the "Lame Duck Amendment," changed the date on which the terms of the President and Vice President end and the terms of Senators and Representatives begin. It also set procedures in case the President-elect dies before taking office.

  • 21st Amendment (1933): The 21st Amendment repealed the 18th Amendment (Prohibition) and gave states the authority to regulate the sale of alcoholic beverages within their borders. This amendment ended the nationwide prohibition of alcohol and allowed each state to decide its own alcohol laws.

  • Triple Alliance: Germany, Austria-Hungary, and Italy.

  • Triple Entaente: France, Russia, England3 p

three progressive presidents: Woodrow Wilson, William Howard Taft, Theodore Roosevelt

four lessons: No White Man's Burden: The idea that imperialism was a noble enterprise is challenged, highlighting the moral implications of colonialism.

War is Hell: The brutal realities of warfare are emphasized, showcasing the suffering and destruction it brings.

Victory at Great Cost: The sacrifices made during conflicts raise questions about the true value of victory.

Very Easy for a War to be Inevitable in a Technological Age: The advancements in technology make conflicts more likely and devastating.