Asked by Manuel Franco on May 20, 2024
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Who held hearings in the Senate regarding how the United States became involved in World War I?
A) George Norris
B) Gerald P. Nye
C) Robert Wagner
D) Robert Taft
E) Herbert Hoover
Gerald P. Nye
A U.S. senator from North Dakota who is best known for his investigations into the munitions industry, leading to the Nye Committee hearings in the 1930s which were critical of America's involvement in World War I.
Senate Hearings
Proceedings conducted by the United States Senate or its committees to gather information, investigate issues, or vet nominees for public office.
- Identify key figures and legislative actions that influenced US involvement in World War II.
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LoraLee WatkinsMay 21, 2024
Final Answer :
B
Explanation :
Gerald P. Nye was a U.S. Senator who chaired the Nye Committee, officially known as the Special Committee on Investigation of the Munitions Industry, from 1934 to 1936. This committee conducted hearings to investigate the profits of arms manufacturers and the reasons behind the United States' involvement in World War I, leading to widespread public speculation about the influence of the "merchants of death" on American entry into the conflict.
Learning Objectives
- Identify key figures and legislative actions that influenced US involvement in World War II.