WW2/ interwar period

What were the American isolationist fears regarding US entrance into war?

Concerns about involvement in foreign conflicts and the impact on domestic affairs.

What was the American Liberty League?

A political organization formed to oppose the New Deal and promote business interests.

Who was Charles Lindbergh and what was his connection to the America First Committee?

A prominent aviator and spokesperson for the America First Committee, advocating for isolationism.

What was the bracero program?

A program that allowed Mexican laborers to work temporarily in the United States during WWII.

What were the zoot suit riots?

Racially charged riots in Los Angeles in 1943, involving conflicts between servicemen and Mexican American youths.

Who was Rosie the Riveter?

A cultural icon representing women who worked in defense industries during WWII.

What was the significance of Korematsu v. US (1944)?

A Supreme Court case that upheld the internment of Japanese Americans during WWII as a wartime necessity.

What was the Normandy Invasion (D-Day)?

The Allied invasion of German-occupied France on June 6, 1944, marking a turning point in WWII.

What was the Japanese strategy for victory in the Pacific during WWII?

To establish a defensive perimeter and secure resources through rapid territorial expansion.

What was the outcome of the Battle of Midway?

A decisive naval battle in June 1942 that turned the tide in favor of the Allies in the Pacific.

What were the Battles of Iwo Jima and Okinawa?

Critical battles in the Pacific theater that resulted in heavy casualties and paved the way for the Allied invasion of Japan.

What was the significance of the Atomic Bomb in WWII?

A weapon developed by the US that was used to force Japan's surrender, leading to the end of the war.

What was the Lansing-Ishii Agreement?

A 1917 agreement between the US and Japan aimed at maintaining peace in the Pacific.

What were the 5 Power and 9 Power Acts from the Washington Naval Conference?

Treaties aimed at naval disarmament and ensuring peace among major powers.

What was the Stimson Doctrine?

A policy stating that the US would not recognize territorial changes resulting from Japan's aggression.

What was the significance of the Quarantine Speech?

A speech by President Franklin D. Roosevelt advocating for international cooperation against aggressor nations.

What was the Hull Memorandum?

A diplomatic communication that outlined US policy towards Japan before the attack on Pearl Harbor.

What were the Neutrality Issues regarding Britain?

Debates over US involvement in WWII, including policies like Destroyers for Bases and Lend Lease.

What was the Atlantic Charter?

A joint declaration by the US and UK outlining post-war goals and principles.

What was the Wannsee Conference?

A meeting of Nazi officials in 1942 to discuss the implementation of the Final Solution.