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What did Executive order No. 9066 do and which group was it addressing?

Executive Order No. 9066 authorized the internment (relocation camps)  of Japanese Americans during World War II. Not trusted b/c Pearl Harbour.

What effect did the war have on African Americans financially?

The war had a significant impact on African Americans financially, leading to increased employment in defense industries but also perpetuating discrimination and unequal pay. The Great Migration also reshaped the economic landscape for African Americans in the North

What is rationing  and why was it established during World War II? 

Rationing during World War II was the government's way of controlling the distribution of scarce resources such as food, gasoline, and clothing. It was established to ensure that the military and essential workers had access to these resources, and to prevent inflation and hoarding by the general public.

What was the purpose of the Fair Employment Practices Committee?

as to prevent discrimination in employment based on race, color, religion, or national origin in the defense industries during World War II. It aimed to ensure that all Americans had equal opportunities for employment and to address racial tensions and inequalities in the workforce

What was the purpose of the Yalta Conference and what decisions were made?

The Yalta Conference in 1945 aimed to discuss the post-war reorganization of Germany and Europe and the establishment of the United Nations. The decisions made included the division of Germany into four zones, the commitment to hold free elections in Eastern Europe, and the Soviet Union's agreement to join the war against Japan after Germany's defeat.

What was the purpose of the Potsdam Conference in 1945? How would the USA respond to defeated nations? 

The purpose of the Potsdam Conference was to decide the post-war order, including the demilitarization and denazification of Germany. The USA's response to defeated nations was to initiate the process of rebuilding and democratizing them.

What was the USA’s military strategy against Japan? 

The USA's military strategy against Japan involved island hopping, which was a campaign to bypass heavily fortified Japanese positions and instead concentrate on strategically important islands to bring the US closer to Japan.

What two cities did the USA drop atomic bombs on?

The USA dropped atomic bombs on the Japanese cities of Hiroshima and Nagasaki in August 1945

. What main ideas were included in the Atlantic Charter between the USA and Great Britain?

The main ideas included in the Atlantic Charter between the USA and Great Britain were the renunciation of territorial expansion, self-determination for all people, and a post-war world order based on collective security and disarmament. The charter also emphasized economic cooperation and freedom of the seas.

What role did  Mary McLeod Bethune play in the founding of the United Nations?

Mary McLeod Bethune played a significant role in the founding of the United Nations as an advisor on minority affairs. She was the only woman of color present at the founding conference in San Francisco in 1945 and was instrumental in ensuring that the UN Charter addressed issues of racial and gender equality

What was the purpose of creating the United Nations assembly?

The purpose of creating the United Nations assembly was to provide a forum for international cooperation, dialogue, and conflict resolution. It aimed to prevent future global conflicts and promote peace and security through diplomacy and multilateral negotiations.

What was the purpose of Executive Order 9835 during Truman’s presidency?

The purpose of Executive Order 9835 during Truman's presidency was to establish loyalty and security measures within the federal government. It initiated a program to investigate and remove any employees who were deemed disloyal or subversive, particularly targeting individuals suspected of having communist sympathies during the early years of the Cold War.

What was the purpose of the Nuremberg Trials and what effect did it have on society?

The Nuremberg Trials were conducted after World War II to prosecute prominent leaders of Nazi Germany for war crimes, crimes against humanity, and genocide. The trials aimed to bring justice for the victims of the Holocaust and to establish a legal precedent for holding individuals accountable for committing atrocities during wartime.

Define and know the purpose of the Lend-Lease Act.

The Lend-Lease Act was a program to supply the Allied nations with war material during World War II, aiming to provide military aid and prevent direct U.S. involvement in the conflict.

What were the arguments for and against the use of an atomic weapon in war?

Arguments for using an atomic weapon in war included hastening the end of the conflict, potentially saving lives and (Pearl Harbour), and to the USSR to show our strength. Arguments against its use focused on the loss of civilian life, long-term health effects, and moral implications.

Define Holocaust and know what was the Nazi’s purpose.

The Holocaust was the systematic persecution and murder of six million Jews by the Nazi regime. The Nazi's purpose was to eradicate the Jewish population of Europe, along with other targeted groups

Define USA’s internment camps and know which group was involved.

USA's internment camps were established during World War II to detain Japanese Americans, German Americans, and Italian Americans

How was Florida and other coastal states affected by WWII?

Florida and other coastal states were affected by WWII through military buildup, heightened security measures, and economic growth. Had a curfew, so the lights wouldn’t be seen by German subs.