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In Social Studies / High School | 2014-11-14

Why did the US Congress pass the Espionage Act in 1917?

A. To compel US citizens to enlist for the draft.
B. To punish all US citizens of German descent.
C. To revoke freedom of speech and freedom of the press.
D. To prohibit US citizens from disclosing any information related to the war.

Asked by Simone167

Answer (3)

The Congress passed this Espionage Act in 1917 to find out if there was people giving false reports or interfering with the war effort.

Answered by crystal23iris | 2024-06-10

D - to prohibit US citizens from disclosing any information related to the war ;

Answered by sub2mud | 2024-06-16

The US Congress passed the Espionage Act in 1917 to prevent the disclosure of sensitive military information and suppress dissent against the war. This act allowed for prosecution of individuals who opposed the war or revealed military secrets, imposing significant penalties. Ultimately, the chosen option is D - to prohibit US citizens from disclosing any information related to the war.
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Answered by sub2mud | 2024-10-01

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