The Zimmermann Telegram

Learn about a World War I event in this Khan Academy video. The Zimmermann Telegram was an invitation from Germany to Mexico to declare war on the United States--an unsuccessful ploy by Germany to keep America out of the war in Europe.
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Direct Link: https://www.khanacademy.org/humanities/us-history/rise-to-world-power/us-in-wwi/v/zimmermann-telegram

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Subject(s): Social Studies
Grade Level(s): 11
Intended Audience: Students
Suggested Technology: Computers for Students, Internet Connection, Speakers/Headphones
Instructional Time: 5 Minute(s)
Keywords: U.S. History, grade 11, Zimmermann Telegram, Mexico, Germany, United States, WWI, submarine warfare
Instructional Component Type(s): Video/Audio/Animation,  Tutorial
Resource Collection: Social Studies - U.S. History Existing Student Tutorials

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