GW17: America Enters the War

In this episode, Sean and James trace America's complex journey from neutrality to full-fledged participation in World War I. They explore Woodrow Wilson's background and early reluctance to enter the conflict, the diplomatic and military crises that shifted American public opinion, and the nation's rapid mobilization once war was declared. The hosts also examine how propaganda, industrial expansion, and the buildup of the American Expeditionary Force reshaped both the home front and the battlefield. Finally, they outline the major engagements involving U.S. troops and assess the decisive impact American entry had on the war's outcome.

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GW17: America Enters the War is an episode from Key Battles of American History by Support.

This episode is 50:03 long.

This episode was published on Apr 1, 2026.

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