{"product_id":"united-states-and-the-first-world-war","title":"United States and the First World War","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cblockquote\u003eThe United States and the First World War, second edition, explores the war's impact on American history, including causes, mobilization, social reforms, military strategy, soldier experiences, and the Versailles Peace Treaty. It also discusses social justice movements and includes new primary documents and maps. \u003c\/blockquote\u003e\u003cp\u003e                                                            \u003cstrong\u003eFormat\u003c\/strong\u003e: Paperback \/ softback\u003cbr\u003e                              \u003cstrong\u003eLength\u003c\/strong\u003e: 158 pages\u003cbr\u003e                              \u003cstrong\u003ePublication date\u003c\/strong\u003e: 30 July 2021\u003cbr\u003e                              \u003cstrong\u003ePublisher\u003c\/strong\u003e: Taylor \u0026amp; Francis Ltd\u003cbr\u003e                          \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe United States and the First World War, now in its second edition, delves into the profound impact of the First World War on American history, drawing upon the latest scholarship to explore its significance. Written in a lively and engaging style, this concise yet accessible text provides students with the essential resources to understand how the conflict revolutionized the American way of war in the twentieth century. It examines the various causes of the war, the mobilization of the homefront, and the significant social reforms of the time, including military strategy, the experiences of soldiers, and the Versailles Peace Treaty. Jennifer D. Keene also highlights the social justice movements that were energized by the war, encompassing the efforts of female suffragists, temperance advocates, civil rights activists, and Progressives to ensure America's safety as a democratic nation.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn this updated edition, the discussion of humanitarianism has been expanded, shedding light on the selfless acts of individuals and organizations during this challenging period. The African American experience has also been given greater attention, highlighting the struggles and contributions of African Americans during the war and its aftermath. Additionally, the impact of the influenza pandemic of 1918–19 has been explored in greater detail, providing students with a broader understanding of the societal and medical challenges faced during this time.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTo enhance the learning experience, this new edition includes an expanded selection of primary documents and four detailed maps, providing students with additional context and visual aids to deepen their understanding of this pivotal period in history. Whether you are a student or a scholar of modern American history, American military history, or U.S. Foreign Relations, this book offers valuable insights and perspectives on the First World War and its enduring impact on the United States.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e                            \u003cstrong\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e: 272g                            \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimension\u003c\/strong\u003e: 151 x 227 x 24 (mm)                            \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eISBN-13\u003c\/strong\u003e: 9780367363833                            \u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eEdition number\u003c\/strong\u003e: 2 New edition                          \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Jennifer D. Keene","offers":[{"title":"Paperback \/ softback","offer_id":44105115599098,"sku":"9780367363833","price":38.07,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0522\/4297\/2845\/products\/7fbf93893c76fd367cbe8b4eaff15ff5.jpg?v=1632366809","url":"https:\/\/shulphink.com\/products\/united-states-and-the-first-world-war","provider":"Shulph Ink","version":"1.0","type":"link"}