The attack against RMS Lusitania by a German U-boat is one of the major events of World War One (WWI). The sinking of RMS Lusitania – simply called the “Lusitania disaster” by some – is as tragic as it was consequential, as it is one of the major factors that led the United States to enter WWI. The attack against Lusitania also served as a rallying cry of sorts, giving military recruiters a clear instance of German aggression to point to in their efforts to enlist more men in the war effort. Below is a basic overview of the attack against Lusitania, as well as some facts about the Lusitania disaster.
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