American artists were drawn to Realism and Modernism in the early 20th century because of the war. Art became a form of social commentary and a physical outward expression of the artists' opinion.
Many artists became disillusioned with war. Their feelings of disillusionment were projected in their art.
I believe that American artists were drawn to Realism and Modernism in the early 20th century because of the war. Artists were disillusioned and utilized these emotions to create a social commentary in their art.