Why did america join ww1?

The United States entered World War I in 1917 because of the attacks that were occurring on American ships by German submarines. ... What Was the Cause of World War I? ... U.S. President Woodrow Wilson initially sought to remain neutral when World War I began in 1914. read more

The United States entered World War I in 1917 because of the attacks that were occurring on American ships by German submarines. Additionally, Americans were enraged that Germany sought an alliance with Mexico. read more

Crowds cheer US general John Pershing in Paris in 1917 as it is announced that America will join the conflict Photo: GETTY 4:05PM BST 03 May 2014 When Gen John Pershing arrived with the first American troops in Paris in the summer of 1917, he made a pilgrimage to a sacred site. read more

The United States entered World War 1 when they had a note given to them from the British that was from Germany. It was a note to Mexico, called the Zimmerman Note. Germany promised Mexico the land that America took from them earlier (like Texas and Arizona) if they helped Germany win the war. read more