How did the sinking of the Lusitania lead to US entry into the war in Europe?
The prevailing outlook called for a quick resolution to hostilities.
The American public wanted revenge for the assassination of Franz Ferdinand.
The military had developed new weapons to employ.
The loss of American life was too serious to ignore.
Would this be B?
just answer the dang question!
I mean the response was extra but she kinda gotta point
The answer is D, just took the quiz. :)
No, the sinking of the Lusitania did not directly lead to the US entry into the war in Europe. The correct answer is option D: "The loss of American life was too serious to ignore."
The sinking of the Lusitania, a British passenger ship, by a German U-boat in 1915 resulted in the deaths of 128 Americans among the 1,198 total casualties. While the sinking itself did not immediately prompt the US to enter the war, it played a significant role in shaping public opinion and increasing sympathy for the Allies. The loss of American lives on a civilian ship intensified the outrage against Germany and placed pressure on the US government to take action.
However, it was not until two years later, in 1917, that the US officially entered World War I. There were several other factors that contributed to the US entry, such as Germany's resumption of unrestricted submarine warfare and the interception of the Zimmerman Telegram, which revealed Germany's attempt to form an alliance with Mexico against the US. Nevertheless, the sinking of the Lusitania and the loss of American lives were important factors that influenced US sentiment and eventually led to the country's involvement in the war.