The Great War, America, and the Remaking of the Global Order, 1916-1931

The First World War, also known as the Great War, was a conflict that had a profound impact on the United States and the global order. The war began in Europe in 1914, but it quickly spread to other parts of the world, including the United States. The United States entered the war in 1917 on the side of the Allied Powers, and the American Expeditionary Force played a major role in the Allied victory in 1918.

The war had a devastating impact on Europe, and it also led to the collapse of the Ottoman Empire. The end of the war left a power vacuum in Europe and the Middle East, and the United States played a major role in shaping the new global order.

The Deluge: The Great War, America and the Remaking of the Global Order, 1916-1931

by Adam Tooze

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The United States and the League of Nations

One of the most significant outcomes of the war was the creation of the League of Nations. The League was an international organization that was designed to promote peace and security. The United States was a founding member of the League, but it never ratified the Treaty of Versailles, which created the League.

The League of Nations was not as successful as its founders had hoped. The League was unable to prevent the rise of fascism in Europe, and it could not stop the outbreak of World War II in 1939. However, the League did play a role in promoting international cooperation and it helped to establish norms for international behavior.

The United States and the Washington Naval Conference

Another significant outcome of the war was the Washington Naval Conference. The conference was held in 1921-1922, and it was attended by representatives from the United States, Great Britain, Japan, France, and Italy. The conference was designed to limit the size of the world's navies.

The Washington Naval Conference was a success. The conference resulted in the signing of the Five-Power Treaty, which limited the size of the world's navies. The treaty also established a system for resolving disputes between the signatories. The Washington Naval Conference helped to reduce tensions between the major powers and it helped to promote peace and stability in the Pacific Ocean.

The United States and the Dawes Plan

The Dawes Plan was a plan to help Germany pay its reparations. The plan was developed by Charles G. Dawes, and it was presented to the German government in 1924. The plan called for Germany to make annual payments to the Allies, and it also provided for a loan to Germany from the United States.

The Dawes Plan was successful in helping Germany to pay its reparations. The plan also helped to stabilize the German economy. The Dawes Plan was a significant step in the process of rebuilding Europe after the war.

The United States and the Kellogg-Briand Pact

The Kellogg-Briand Pact was a treaty that was signed in 1928. The pact outlawed war as an instrument of national policy. The Kellogg-Briand Pact was signed by 62 countries, including the United States.

The Kellogg-Briand Pact was not as successful as its founders had hoped. The pact was not able to prevent the outbreak of World War II in 1939. However, the pact did play a role in promoting the idea of international law and it helped to establish norms for international behavior.

The United States and the Great Depression

The Great Depression was a global economic crisis that began in 1929. The depression had a devastating impact on the United States and the rest of the world. The depression led to widespread unemployment, poverty, and hunger.

The Great Depression had a profound impact on American foreign policy. The depression led to a rise in isolationism in the United States. The United States withdrew from international affairs and it adopted a policy of neutrality.

The Great War had a profound impact on the United States and the global order. The war led to the creation of the League of Nations, the Washington Naval Conference, the Dawes Plan, and the Kellogg-Briand Pact. These agreements helped to promote peace and stability in the world, but they were not able to prevent the outbreak of World War II in 1939.

The Great Depression had a devastating impact on the United States and the rest of the world. The depression led to a rise in isolationism in the United States, and it made it difficult for the United States to play a leadership role in the world.

The United States emerged from the Great War and the Great Depression as a major world power. The United States played a leading role in the creation of the United Nations, and it has been a strong supporter of international cooperation ever since.

The Deluge: The Great War, America and the Remaking of the Global Order, 1916-1931

by Adam Tooze

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Language	:	English
File size	:	22158 KB
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