5 Questions
What was the general mood among Americans during the 1920s and 1930s regarding involvement in European affairs?
They preferred isolationism and were wary of getting too involved.
What did the Washington Naval Conference of 1921–1922 aim to achieve?
Reduce defense spending.
What did the Four Power Treaty of 1921 commit the United States, Great Britain, France, and Japan to do?
Refrain from further territorial expansion in Asia.
What was the purpose of the Kellogg-Briand Pact signed in 1928?
Declare war an international crime.
Why did the efforts like the Kellogg-Briand Pact ultimately fail according to the text?
Because none of the nations were obligated to act if violations occurred.
Learn about the American preference for isolationism in the 1920s and 1930s and their reluctance to get involved in European affairs. Explore the reasons behind this stance and its implications on American foreign policy.
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