In 1914, American businessmen were primarily ready to trade with major European powers such as Britain, France, and Germany. These nations were key players in global commerce and had established trade relationships with the United States. Additionally, American businesses were interested in expanding trade with countries involved in the ongoing conflict, hoping to supply goods and services to both sides. The outbreak of World War I, however, complicated these trading relationships and shifted American economic focus.
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