how did the case of wabash vs. illinois impact american commerce and travel
Wabash, St. Louis & Pacific Railway Co. v. Illinois Wabash, St. Louis & Pacific Railway Company v. Illinois, 118 U.S. 557 (1886),[1] also known as the Wabash Case, was a Supreme Court decision that severely limited the rights of states to control interstate commerce. It led to the creation of the Interstate Commerce Commission.
World War II In November 1939, the United States, who were taking measures to assist China and the Western Allies, amended the Neutrality Act to allow "cash and carry" purchases by the Allies.[103] In 1940, following the German capture of Paris, the size of the United States Navy was significantly increased. In September the United States further agreed to a trade of American destroyers for British bases.[104] Still, a large majority of the American public continued to oppose any direct military intervention in the conflict well into 1941.[105]