Freedom Struggles in World War II

These flashcards cover key terms and concepts related to the freedom struggles during World War II.

Isolationism

The policy of remaining apart from the affairs or interests of other groups, especially the political affairs of other countries.

America First Movement

A movement formed in the 1930s that opposed American involvement in World War II and emphasized nationalism and isolationism.

Four Freedoms

A set of principles articulated by FDR in 1941 which included freedom of speech, freedom of worship, freedom from want, and freedom from fear.

Executive Order 9066

An order signed by FDR on February 19, 1942, authorizing the internment of Japanese Americans during WWII.

Fred Korematsu

An American civil rights activist who was imprisoned for resisting internment during World War II on the grounds of racial discrimination.

Women’s Army Auxiliary Corps (WAC)

A women's unit of the United States Army created in 1942 to enable women to serve in non-combat positions.

Lend-Lease Act

A program under which the U.S. supplied Allied nations with vast amounts of war material during WWII.

Father Charles Coughlin

A controversial Catholic priest and radio host whose anti-Semitic and pro-fascist rhetoric gained popular traction in the 1930s.

German-American Bund

A pro-Nazi organization that promoted fascist ideas and was active in the U.S. during the 1930s.

Military Service for Women

The involvement of women in military roles during WWII, which challenged traditional gender norms.

Morale boosting roles of women

Women played important supportive roles in organizations such as the USO to boost the morale of soldiers.

Fascism,

A far-right, authoritarian ultranationalist political ideology characterized by dictatorial power and strong centralized control.