Espionage Acts 1917 & Clear and Present Danger Test

The Great War; 4 questions

1. When and why did WWI break out?

The one single event the led to World War I starting was the assassination of Archduke Ferdinand. The assassination occurred on June 28, 1914.

The Triple Entente included; England, France and Russia.
The Triple Alliance included; Germany, Austria-Hungary and Italy.

2. When and why did the United States get involved in WWI?

The United States joined the war on April 6, 1917 on the side of England, France and Russia. The US got involved because of unrestricted sub warfare.

3. What were the casualty rates for the various countries involved?

4. When and why did the war end?

The war ended on November 11, 1918 because of the signing of the Treaty of Versailles.

GWF Postcard Project

Collection of The Great White Fleet Postcards

Dear Dad,                    

Today is July 14, 1907. I just heard that President Roosevelt wants to build around sixteen new battleships for the United States. The construction of a few has already began. I hope to enlist and be the superior power of the oceans. I have heard rumors that it will be to sail around the world. Hopefully this will be a turning point for the country, the citizens' and the sailors of the United States of America.

Sincerely, Reed

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Dear Mom, 

Today, December 16, 1907, was a very warm day in Hampton Roads, Virginia. Today is the day that we embark on our glorious journey. I will never forget President Roosevelt  standing on his boat watching all of the 16 ships pass him. The feeling in the air and amongst all of us was prideful, with some nervous souls among us. Look on the reverse side of this card, this is one of the ships that is sailing with us. The white makes us instantly known everywhere. Until next time....

Sincerely, Reed

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Dear Dad,

Today's date is December 23, 1907. We just arrived in Trinidad, which I heard an officer talking about is near the coast of Venezuela. When we arrived at the Port of Spain, there was nothing there at all. The whole island seems to be deserted, only one shop was open, and it was serving us beer. You would not believe how hot and humid it is here! It is rumored that we are going to be leaving sometime within the next upcoming days. Will write more to you later.

                                                           

                                                                                                        Sincerely, Reed

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Dear Mom, 

I am writing to you on May 7, 1908. Yesterday we arrived back in the States, in San Francisco, for a few days. When we arrived we were immediately greeted by thousands of people who cheering and shouting all for us. Right when we got off the boat we were told that there was going to be a two day part for us at the Fairmont Hotel. I went to it last night, but came back to the hotel because I did not want to spend all of my money. I heard of some sailors having to be kicked out of their hotel because they can't pay their bill. They will have to sleep in tents in Jefferson Square. I have to go. See you soon.

Sincerely, Reed

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Dear Dad,

I am writing to you on July 18, 1908. We arrived in Hawaii around two days ago, and have had celebration after celebration. I am not accustomed to the Hawaiian's way of life; while they are annexed to the US, they are very odd. However, they are very welcoming and nice people. We docked in Pearl Harbor and were honored with a traditional Hawaiian feast. We have also had boat races up and down the coast. We have a few more days here, and then it is off again. I am not sure where to, but hopefully warm weather.

Sincerely, Reed

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Dear Patton, 

Today's date is August 22, 1908. You would not believe how welcoming and gracious the Australians are. We left for Sydney on the 15th of August and arrived on the 20th. Much like when we arrived in San Francisco, a non stop party has been going on. The Australians are very fond of us, around 250,000 of them waited for us to arrive to greet us. I have never felt more welcomed! However, the effects of the cruise and celebrations have really began to get to a lot of us. The conditions on these boats are not great, either. I am glad to be in a hotel for a few days. I miss you and the family lots.

Sincerely, Reed

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Dear Mom,

Today is October 20, 1908. We arrived in Japan a couple days ago. I feel that I say this a lot in the cards that I have sent to you, but the Japanese have been the most happy, welcoming people to us. Our journey here was crazy, when we were in the South China Sea, we encountered a massive typhoon that took a sailor overboard, but get this, the wave pushed him onto another boat! I was allowed to get off the ship, because I was first class, and I never have shown a sign that I drink. Those who have had to stay on the boat. The parties and celebration and receptions were a huge hit, around 50,000 Japanese gave us a parade, where they carried torches in their hands. Isn't that awesome? Will write more in the next card. Thanks for your support.

Sincerely, Reed

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Dear Dad,

Today's date is February 22, 1909. Earlier today we arrived back in Hampton Roads. Unlike when we left, today was a dreary, rainy day that seemed like we would not get much celebrating done. However, tit turned out to be completely opposite, because hundreds of people showed up to welcome and cheer us on for completing our journey safely. When we got into port a band started playing, "There's No Place Like Home" and the sensation inside of my body was so great, I've never felt it before. I am glad that I chose to fight for my country, I have come out of this 14 month journey a stronger and much more well rounded sailor, but most importantly, a patriotic citizen. I will be on my way home in a few days.

Sincerely, Reed

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Sources:

The Great White Fleet - .info
I used this website for very general information in the beginning of the research project. It was great for me, because visually I was able to look at the map and see where all the Great White Fleet had travelled.

Navy History
This website was great for background information, and very specific facts about people involved in the fleet, and issues with it.

Library of Congress
This was one of my favorite sources because it showed all the dates and major facts about what happened. I began organizing the cards into dates based off of this website.

Postcard Archive
Through this website I learned that for the duration of the Great White Fleet's voyage, postcards were; Divided Back. This meant that on one side of the line there was the message and the other side had the address. I never knew that there were era's and period's of different postcards.

Navy Department Library
This website was my favorite, because it detailed every specific occurrence and date. I got most of my information from this page because it was so useful and easily accessible.

Newspaper Article - The Daily Press
I used this newspaper article to include in one of my postcards that the conditions on the boats were very basic and pre-1900's. This was a good source because it was talking about the 100th anniversary of the fleet.