mar 31, 1916 - Germany torpedoes Sussex; promises to warn merchant ships if going to be attacked
Description:
In 1916, Germany attacked a French passenger ship called the Sussex. The ship was sank and Wilson sent and ultimatum to the Germans. Germany did not want the U.S involved in the war so they promised to warn ships if they were to be attacked.Added to timeline:
Date:
mar 31, 1916
Now
~ 109 years ago