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PresentationExpress World War I (1914–1919) The Road to War Supporting the War Effort Americans at War Shaping the Peace Click a subsection to advance to that particular section. Advance through the slide show using your mouse or the space bar. 2 The Road to War Origins of World War I Main Idea: Imperialism, nationalism, and a complex alliance system helped spark war in Europe. The Deadliest War Main Idea: Advanced technology contributed to a long, deadly stalemate in Europe. American Neutrality Main Idea: At first, the United States tried to stay out of the war in Europe. Entering the War Main Idea: German submarine attacks were a major factor that led the United States to enter the war on the Allied side. History Interactive: Explore Trench Warfare Color Transparencies: Trench Warfare Progress Monitoring Transparency TRANSPARENCY Trench Warfare PM TRANSPARENCY Progress Monitoring Transparency Supporting the War Effort Building the Military Main Idea: After entering World War I, the United States quickly had to increase its military force. Managing the War Effort Main Idea: In order to produce needed materials, the government took greater control over the economy. Shaping Public Opinion Main Idea: The government took strong action to win support for the war and to suppress dissent. Progress Monitoring Transparency PM TRANSPARENCY Progress Monitoring Transparency Americans at War Joining the Fight Main Idea: After the United States declared war, it took time before American troops were ready for combat. Setbacks and Advances Main Idea: The arrival of American troops eventually turned the war in favor of the Allies. The Armistice Main Idea: After more than four years of fighting, the war finally ended in November 1918. MapMaster: The Western Front Color Transparencies: The Western Front Progress Monitoring Transparency TRANSPARENCY The Western Front PM TRANSPARENCY Progress Monitoring Transparency Shaping the Peace The Fourteen Points Main Idea: Woodrow Wilson proposed a peace plan that he hoped would prevent future wars. Peace Conference in Paris Main Idea: Despite Wilson's efforts, the Allies created a peace treaty that treated Germany harshly. Battle Over the League Main Idea: Wilson's plan for a League of Nations met sharp opposition in the Senate. Postwar Troubles Main Idea: After the war, the United States faces a period of unrest at home. MapMaster: Europe After World War I Color Transparencies: The League of Nations Progress Monitoring Transparency TRANSPARENCY The League of Nations PM TRANSPARENCY Progress Monitoring Transparency