US in World War I
What pushed the US into WWI?
4.1 (22)
33 mins
Explore how the US struggled between neutrality and joining WWI. Discover the key events that shifted public opinion and forced America into war. Learn about how American soldiers and industries played crucial roles in the conflict.
Ep 1:
From Neutrality to War
As Europe burns, Wilson clings to neutrality—until Wall Street money, a torpedoed liner, and a scandalous telegram drag America inexorably toward the trenches.
Ep 2:
Doughboys and the Arsenal of Democracy
America builds an army overnight and sends untested doughboys into hell at Belleau Wood and the Argonne, while factories and bonds forge a new arsenal of democracy.
Ep 3:
The Home Front Transformed
With men at the front, women and Black Americans reshape industry and cities, even as Wilson's propaganda machine wages its own war for hearts and minds.
Ep 4:
Winning War, Losing Peace
Wilson wins the war but battles for a lasting peace, only to watch the Senate reject his League and set the world on course for a darker sequel.
Discussions (20)
Bailey
Level 3 · 9 mo agoWilson claiming 'Armed Neutrality' is like holding a pint and saying you're driving. Proper joker!
Adonis
Level 8 · 9 mo agoHe kept us out? Bullshit.
Owen
Level 3 · 8 mo agoIt’s wild how Wilson campaigned on peace then flipped the script immediately. The Zimmerman telegram drama was convenient but him refusing to compromise with the Senate on the treaty was pure ego.
