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jan 16, 1917 - Zimmerman Note

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The Zimmerman Note is a Telegram that was intercepted by the U.S. from Germany to Mexico. In this note, it stated that Germany wanted to Alliance with Mexico. This angered the U.S. and made them join the war on April 2, 1917.

Info: https://www.history.com/news/what-was-the-zimmermann-telegram

Pictures:https://www.theworldwar.org/explore/centennial-commemoration/us-enters-war/zimmermann-telegram

https://www.wiltonbulletin.com/97720/political-cartoons-attempt-to-sway-opinions/

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jan 16, 1917
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~ 109 years ago

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