United States enters the conflict from "summary" of The Origins of the First World War by Annika Mombauer
The United States entered the conflict due to a combination of factors that gradually drew the country closer to the war. Initially, the United States maintained a policy of neutrality, as President Woodrow Wilson emphasized the importance of staying out of European conflicts. However, as the war continued and American interests became increasingly threatened, the country found it difficult to remain aloof. One key factor that pushed the United States towards the conflict was unrestricted submarine warfare conducted by Germany. The sinking of the Lusitania in 1915, which resulted in the deaths of American citizens, provoked outrage in the United States. Despite initial restraint, the continued attacks on American vessels by German submarines eroded American patience and contributed to a shift in public opinion t...
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