The South Carolina Journey - Chapter Seven: Conflict and Challenge

These flashcards cover key concepts from Chapter Seven: Conflict and Challenge from 'The South Carolina Journey,' focusing on WW1, its impact on society, economy, and military training.

What military training camps were located in South Carolina during WW1?

Camp Jackson in Columbia, Camp Sevier in Greenville, Camp Wadsworth in Spartanburg, and the Marine Corps training base on Parris Island.

Who were the Code Talkers during WW1?

The Choctaw Nation who used their language to create a code for sending top-secret messages.

How did WW1 boost the economy of South Carolina?

Military personnel spent their pay locally, farming and textile production increased, and there was a surge in demand for supplies.

Who was Bernard Baruch?

He headed the War Industries Board during WW1, overseeing production and increasing output through voluntary compliance.

How did civilians support the war effort during WW1?

By participating in Heatless Mondays, Meatless Tuesdays, Wheatless Wednesdays, and Victory Gardens, among other efforts.

What changes did WW1 bring to the workforce?

A significant increase in the number of women joining the workforce, as men left for military service.

What was the Great Migration?

The movement of African Americans from the South to the North for jobs and to escape discrimination during and after WW1.

What event marked the end of WW1?

The signing of the Armistice on November 11, 1918, followed by the Treaty of Versailles on June 28, 1919.

What challenges did South Carolina face after WW1?

Discrimination, racism, violence, unemployment, and financial issues leading toward the Great Depression.

What was created to help keep peace after WW1?

The League of Nations.

Who designed the League of Nations?

President Woodrow Wilson, although the U.S. later adopted isolationism under Warren G. Harding.

How did South Carolina support war efforts during WW1?

By providing training camps for soldiers and producing uniforms, food, and other supplies.

Why were the Choctaw asked to create a secret code?

Their complicated language was unfamiliar to the rest of the world, making it useful for secure communications.

What was a nationwide economic consequence of WW1?

A surge in manufacturing and economic growth.

What is Bernard Baruch remembered for?

Increasing production as head of the War Industries Board by appealing to patriotism.

How did civilians at home support the war?

By rationing food, growing their own vegetables, and working in factories.

What was the primary cause of the Great Migration?

The desire for better economic opportunities and escape from racial discrimination.

What officially ended the fighting on the Western Front?

The Armistice of November 11, 1918.

What was a general feeling of the American public after WW1?

A desire to focus on domestic issues, which contributed to the rejection of the League of Nations.

What were Heatless Mondays?

A civilian initiative to save energy during the war effort.

Who coordinated the production of war materials during WW1?

Bernard Baruch as head of the War Industries Board.

What is a Victory Garden?

A private or community garden used to grow food to support local needs during the war.

What was the role of the Charlestown Naval Shipyard during WW1?

It played a key role in military training and shipbuilding.

Which generation experienced significant changes in the labor force due to WW1?

The generation of women who entered the workforce in large numbers.

What racial issues did the Great Migration aim to escape?

Discrimination and violence against African Americans in the South.

Which event preceded the Treaty of Versailles?

The signing of the Armistice on November 11, 1918.

How did the economy of South Carolina change due to demand during the war?

There was increased production in agriculture and textiles.

What contributions did women make to the war effort?

Women filled positions in factories and farms that men had previously held.

What policy did Warren G. Harding promote after WW1?

An isolationism policy.