Because they were different from the other city-states, and they had a different government system.
Kept poor people from serving the state. Imitated the laws of its neighbors. Treated all its people fairly regardless of class.
China joined the side of the Tripple Entente during World War I.
Americans feared communism would prevail.
There was so many casualties because enemies invaded malls,homes and others and the people didn't have enough time to evacuate.
