Why did the U.S. get into World War I?

Answer by  cmelchiors (144)

Despite an isolationist policy, the U. S. declared war on Germany after a period of unrestricted German submarine warfare threatened American shipping and civilians, suspected German sabotage plots in New Jersey, and an intercepted telegram from Berlin enticing Mexico to attack the U. S. in support of the Central Powers.

Answer by  crathes (46)

The British decoded the 'Zimmerman Telegram' sent from Berlin to the German embassy in New York. It proved that the German government was encouraging Mexico to attempt recovery of south-western lands ceded earlier to the US.

Answer by  WarrenR (116)

The U. S. entered World War I overtly due to German use of submarines. However, the British successful employed propaganda to shape the American mind in its favor.

Answer by  Graydon (53)

The United States got into world war one to prove that they could be one of the worlds powers and to show support for there allies fighting in the war.