World War II

World War II1939-1945

How does WWI lead to WWII?Failures of the Versailles TreatyIncreased Japanese Imperialism Ineffective League of NationsThe Rise of Dictators in EuropeThe War Begins in Europe

Moving Towards WarBreaking down neutralityGood Neighbor PolicyCash and Carry Act (1939)Build up US defensesBuild up forcesSelective Training and Service ActThe Threat of the United StatesAxis was determined to keep the U.S. out of the warElection of 1940Roosevelt v. Wendell WillkieSame platform keep out of warVoters chose who they the best55% of votes went to FDRThe Lend-Lease Plan, 1941Lend arms to countries whose defense was vital to the United StatesLeant arms to Britain and the Soviet Union The United States Army was given permission to shoot at German U-boats who wanted to attack the supply shipsThe Atlantic CharterWinston Churchill and FDR met to discuss war aimsFormed the basis of a Declaration of the United NationsOfficial orders to shoot U-boats on sight in response to Germany attacking a U.S. Naval ShipJapan and the United States

Why does Japan attack the United States?The Attack on Pearl HarborDecember 7, 1941

FDRs Speech to Congress

Text of SpeechYesterday, Dec. 7, 1941 - a date which will live in infamy - the United States of America was suddenly and deliberately attacked by naval and air forces of the Empire of Japan. The United States was at peace with that nation and, at the solicitation of Japan, was still in conversation with the government and its emperor looking toward the maintenance of peace in the Pacific. Indeed, one hour after Japanese air squadrons had commenced bombing in Oahu, the Japanese ambassador to the United States and his colleagues delivered to the Secretary of State a formal reply to a recent American message. While this reply stated that it seemed useless to continue the existing diplomatic negotiations, it contained no threat or hint of war or armed attack. It will be recorded that the distance of Hawaii from Japan makes it obvious that the attack was deliberately planned many days or even weeks ago. During the intervening time, the Japanese government has deliberately sought to deceive the United States by false statements and expressions of hope for continued peace. The attack yesterday on the Hawaiian islands has caused severe damage to American naval and military forces. Very many American lives have been lost. In addition, American ships have been reported torpedoed on the high seas between San Francisco and Honolulu. Yesterday, the Japanese government also launched an attack against Malaya. Last night, Japanese forces attacked Hong Kong. Last night, Japanese forces attacked Guam. Last night, Japanese forces attacked the Philippine Islands. Last night, the Japanese attacked Wake Island. This morning, the Japanese attacked Midway Island.

Japan has, therefore, undertaken a surprise offensive extending throughout the Pacific area. The facts of yesterday speak for themselves. The people of the United States have already formed their opinions and well understand the implications to the very life and safety of our nation. As commander in chief of the Army and Navy, I have directed that all measures be taken for our defense. Always will we remember the character of the onslaught against us. No matter how long it may take us to overcome this premeditated invasion, the American people in their righteous might will win through to absolute victory. I believe I interpret the will of the Congress and of the people when I assert that we will not only defend ourselves to the uttermost, but will make very certain that this form of treachery shall never endanger us again. Hostilities exist. There is no blinking at the fact that our people, our territory and our interests are in grave danger. With confidence in our armed forces - with the unbounding determination of our people - we will gain the inevitable triumph - so help us God. I ask that the Congress declare that since the unprovoked and dastardly attack by Japan on Sunday, Dec. 7, a state of war has existed between the United States and the Japanese empire.

Mobilizing the PublicHow does this compare/contrast to the home front during WWI?Your Number was Called!

Calling all women!Rosie the Riveter

In the factory

In the military

Nursing

Female War Photographers

Sale of Victory Bonds

Ration Cards

Propaganda Posters4 Types:RecruitmentGuiltDutySacrificeFinancingDehumanizing the EnemyRecruitment

7 Future American Presidents Views of the World Were Formed by Their Service in World War II

Sacrifice

Financing the War

Dehumanizing the Enemy

War Entertainment Abbott & Costello: Buck Privates

Hollywood Pitches In

Hes the Boogie Woogie Bugle Boy of Company B

Bob Hope in the South Pacific

Thanks, for the Memories!

Loony Toons and Walt DisneyUsed their work to recruit Americans into the war effortYour Day at the MoviesNewsreel on Allied Progresshttp://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ncLuwSu3j_k&feature=relatedCartoons!Collect your Scrap Metal!http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Bnpdwn1mR6cBuy a War Bond!http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KI8jKZ9HH3U&feature=relatedLearn to hate the enemy!http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cSvs_mHJ3sohttp://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JPuVFN7Vank&feature=relatedThe Home FrontOn the Political FrontOffice of Price Administration National War Labor BoardWar Production BoardDepartment of the Treasury Revenue Act of 1942Smith Connally Anti-Strike Act (1943)Effects on the American CitizenThe General PublicSoldiers ReturningUnemployment rate 1.2%Pay rose 35%Farmers can grow better cropsWomen in the workforceMass migrationsQuick marriagesRise in Juvenile Delinquency Period of ReadjustmentGI Bill of RightsGiven money to start businesses and buy homesWomenAfrican-AmericansMexican AmericansNative AmericansGains

Setbacks

The Japanese Internment

BackgroundAimed at Japanese living on the West CoastExpectations

Korematsu v. The United States, 1944What is the case?

What is the outcome? Why?

What does this say about the agenda of the Supreme Court during the 1940s?

U.S. apologizes in the 1960s.THE war in EuropeComplete Chart on Battles in Europe The War in the PacificGroup 1: Who is General Douglas MacArthur? What did he do in the Pacific?Group 2: Who is Chester Nimitz? How is he involved in the Battle of Midway?Group 3: Describe the island hopping that the American troops engaged in during WWIIGroup 4: Describe the Battle of Okinawa. Why is it important?Group 5: Give a brief description of the Yalta Conference, the Nuremberg Trials, and the Occupation of Japan. How did each serve as a rebuilding tool for Europe and Asia?V-J Day!!!!

August 15, 1945

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