* Romania: Romania joined the Allies in 1916, after being promised Transylvania by Russia.
* United States: The United States joined the Allies in 1917, after the sinking of the Lusitania and other German attacks on American ships and citizens.
* Brazil: Brazil joined the Allies in 1917, after several German merchant ships were sunk in Brazilian waters.
* China: China joined the Allies in 1917, after Germany refused to recognize Chinese sovereignty over Manchuria.
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