Wilson Breaks Diplomatic Relations With Germany
President Wilson declares the United States severed diplomatic ties with the German Empire in a joint session of Congress. The address recalls the Sussex sinking and the 1916 note demanding a end to unrestricted submarine warfare, and outlines the U.S. stance on neutrality and freedom of the seas.
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Wilson breaks off relations with Germany over submarine war
President Wilson declares diplomatic ties severed with Germany and vows war if American lives and rights are endangered. Ambassador Gerard ordered home as 64 Americans aboard ships captured by German raiders are sought for release. Congress moves to draft laws to counter conspiracies while convoy talks and neutral notices unfold.
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Revenue measures for potential war funds discussed with Wilson
Senator Simmons as head of the Senate Finance Committee met with President Wilson at the White House to consider ways to raise money if Germany enters hostilities. He noted Congress would act quickly and that no opposition would block reasonable government requests, recalling a 500 million dollar Spanish American War bond issue.
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Wilson Pushes Neutral Nations to Break With Germany
President Wilson urges all neutral powers to sever relations with Germany and instructs American diplomats to report reactions. Diplomats weigh neutrals near Germany's reach, awaiting European responses. News that the Housatonic survived without loss eases tension as the U S prepares for possible war while Austria remains aligned with Germany.
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