The Dixiecrats were southern Democrats who left the party in 1948 because of their objection to extending civil rights to African-Americans.
Probably so they could settle the land for themseleves
True, they were known as artisans, they crafted pottery, painting, and i believe sculptures. Yes they were talented and there is still art around, hope this helped a bit.
In short, Germany was close to being defeated, and America wanted to be part of the post war carve up (when territory was divided). The US was supplying war materials to the Allies and could not do so while maintaining complete neutrality. There was also the sinking of the British ship Lusitania which angered the US. Also, the Zimmerman telegram.