How did Churchill convince Americans to assist Britian against Germany in World War II?

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What will be an ideal response?

Answer 1

Answers will vary. While the U.S. initially refrained from joining the war in an active partnership, at least until December 1941, Churchill led the British in resistance to German airstrikes, particularly taking advantage of the RAF's superior radar and intelligence to intercept and destroy enemy aircraft. This was well demonstrated in the Battle of Britain, leading the British to a decisive victory. This pushed the Germans to invoke attacks on civilian populations, which drew significant condemnation reminiscent of Germany's attack on the Lusitania in World War I (which was one of the compelling factors bringing the United States into the war). Initially Churchill received limited support from the United States and President Roosevelt. However, noting the effort and resistance put forth by the British, Roosevelt unofficially supported Britain through the Lend-Lease Act in March of 1941 aimed at "restoring democracy" in Europe with "all efforts short of war." With that assistance in place, Britain undertook the risky maneuver of attacking Germany and Italy in the Southern Mediterranean, drawing Hitler's attention to a new front and diverting his plans from initiating Operation Barbarossa.