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Learn how people united to support the war, media promoted positivity, and societal changes emerged on the American home front during WWII. Explore the shift in roles, racial tensions, and social challenges.
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Building Morale • People worked together to support the war • Media pumps up the war effort: always positive War Bonds • Rationing: people used goods sparingly distribution to people on a “Fair” basis Meat, metal and paper
New Work Force • 15 Million people joined the military Jobs left open • Women began to fill jobs that were traditionally held by men • Led to changes in women’s role in society • Led to the next stage of Feminism
Social Change • Racial tension occur in the big cities Many immigrants and minorities moved to the cities for jobs Bloody Monday: Race riots in Detroit Zoot Suit: Chicanos in Los Angeles riot in response to Military oppression