Questions and Answers
What is unrestricted submarine warfare?
The action of submarines shooting down other ships without warning.
What is a U-Boat?
A German submarine.
Who was the first to use unrestricted submarine warfare?
The Germans were first to use this, around the early 1915s.
How were other countries affected by unrestricted submarine warfare?
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How was America affected by unrestricted submarine warfare?
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Study Notes
Unrestricted Submarine Warfare
- Refers to submarines attacking ships without warning, primarily targeting military and merchant vessels.
- Introduced significant naval warfare tactics that increased tensions during World War I.
U-Boat
- A term specifically for German submarines used in naval warfare.
- Played a crucial role in enforcing Germany's maritime policies and disrupting enemy supply lines.
Early Adoption
- Germany was the first to implement unrestricted submarine warfare around early 1915.
- This strategic decision aimed to weaken Allied forces by targeting their supply routes.
Impact on Other Countries
- Other nations faced substantial disruption in trade; merchant ships were often at risk of being attacked.
- This warfare method led to a restriction of maritime activities, severely affecting economies reliant on sea trade.
American Involvement
- United States nationals were endangered due to the sinking of civilian vessels, causing public outrage.
- The sinking of the Lusitania, a British ocean liner with American passengers, notably heightened tensions between the US and Germany.
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