Reasons for US neutrality

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Created on: 27-03-18 19:13

What was the reason for pro-british feeling?

Wilson had a natural connection with British culture and customs.

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Why was there anti-german feeling?

The Germans had growing interest in Latin America and in December 1915 in his message to congress he attacked German-american disloyalty.

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What was the issues regarding freedom of the seas?

Britain began confiscating us ships and their cargoes destine for neutral ports even if it was just food. It was a dilemma for wilson to act but he wanted his allies to win and there was no loss of life.

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What happened in terms of unrestricted submarine warfare between February and august 1915?

Germany declared British Watters a war zone and reserved the right to sink any en-rout ships even if they were from neutral countries.

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How did wilson respond?

Wilson warned Germany by saying he would hold them responsible for loss of American lives. The Arabic was sunk in august 1915 with the death of two americans.

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How did Germany respond?

They agreed to abandon this idea and now on they would only attack after due warning and ensuring crew and passengers were on lifeboats.

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