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AP Success - AP US History: Zimmerman Telegram

A telegram between Germany and Mexico was responsible for the United States entering World War I.

Berlin, January 19, 1917

On the first of February we intend to begin submarine warfare unrestricted. In spite of this, it is our intention to endeavor to keep neutral the United States of America. If this attempt is not successful, we propose an alliance on the following basis with Mexico: That we shall make war together and together make peace. We shall give general financial support, and it is understood that Mexico is to reconquer the lost territory in New Mexico, Texas, and Arizona. The details are left to you for settlement... Please call to the attention of the President of Mexico that the employment of ruthless submarine warfare now promises to compel England to make peace in a few months.

Zimmerman (Secretary of State)

“The Zimmermann Telegram.” National Archives.

Question 1

Short answer

Briefly identify ONE argument why Mexico should ally with Germany described in the excerpt.

Question 2

Short answer

Briefly explain ONE reason Germany sent the Zimmerman Telegraph to the Mexican government.

Question 3

Short answer

Briefly explain ONE effect the excerpt had on American neutrality.

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