Congress voted to declare war on Germany for several reasons. Which of these did not contribute to Congress decision to declare war on Germany?

Answer 1

To provide you with a more accurate answer, it would be helpful to know the specific options you are considering. However, generally speaking, Congress's decision to declare war on Germany in 1917 was influenced by several factors, including:

1. Unrestricted submarine warfare by Germany.
2. The interception of the Zimmermann Telegram, in which Germany proposed a military alliance with Mexico against the United States.
3. Economic ties and loans to the Allies.
4. The growing sentiment for supporting the Allies among the American public.

If you can provide specific choices regarding what did not contribute to the decision, I can help identify the correct answer.