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In History / High School | 2014-02-11

The _______ stated that if war should break out between Germany and the U.S., Mexico would be urged to side with Germany and attack the U.S.

a. Hindenburg Note
b. Zimmerman Note
c. German Note

Asked by eyeofthetiger14

Answer (3)

The answer is b) the Zimmerman note- a note to Mexico saying that if the u.s. Declares war on Germany then Mexico should declare war on the u.s.

Answered by splexygirl15 | 2024-06-10

B however, before it could come to fruition, british intelligence intercepted the telegram and decyphered it

Answered by Alexanderthepander | 2024-06-10

The Zimmermann Telegram was a secret message from Germany to Mexico proposing an alliance against the U.S. in 1917. This communication promised Mexico the return of territories lost in the Mexican-American War. Its interception and revelation significantly influenced the U.S. decision to enter World War I against Germany.
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Answered by Anonymous | 2024-12-24