Topic 09 Study Guide

Role of Women During WWII- Women took the jobs of men when they went to fight in the war, since there was no one else to replace them. Women would only work in the battlefield as nurses so they could help those who got injured, also they could not fight in the war.

Cause and Effects of Use of the Atomic Bomb- During the final stages of World War II in 1945, the United States conducted two atomic bombings against the cities of Hiroshima and Nagasaki in Japan. Within the first two to four months of the bombings, the effects killed 90,000–166,000 people in Hiroshima and 60,000–80,000 in Nagasaki. The Hiroshima prefectural health department estimates that, of the people who died on the day of the explosion, 60% died from flash or flame burns, 30% from falling debris and 10% from other causes. During the following months, large numbers died from the effect of burns, radiation sickness, and other injuries, compounded by illness.

US foreign policy Before, During, and After the War- The foreign policy of the United States is the policy by which the United States interacts with foreign nations and sets standards of interaction for its organizations, corporations and individual citizens. The U.S. is highly influential in the world. The global reach of the United States is backed by a $14 trillion economy, approximately a quarter of global GDP, and a defense budget of $711 billion, which accounts for approximately 43% of global military spending.

Effect on War in Europe- During this time, religion decreased in the population due to many Jews that were being killed. They were not the only ones dying however, many died in the war and a vast majority of European cities were destroyed.

Effects of Pearl Harbor attack- The attack resulted in an immediate U.S. declaration of war against Japan. Japanes Americans were not trusted since other Japanese had been assuring government officials that they wanted peace and that there was no possibility of an attack, right up to the moment of attack.

Japanese Internment- The Japanese were put in these camps,because either they or their parents or ancestors were from Japan and, as such, they were deemed a "threat" to national security. They were also easily identifiable due to their race. There was no similar large-scale roundups of German or Italian-Americans, even though we were also fighting them during World War II.

Neutrality Acts- The Neutrality Acts were laws that were passed by the United States Congress in the 1930s, in response to the growing turmoil in Europe and Asia that eventually led to World War II. They were moved by the growth in isolationism and non-interventionism in the United States following its costly involvement in World War I, and sought to ensure that the US would not become entangled again in foreign conflicts.

Purpose of Propaganda- Propaganda is the spreading of ideas, information, or rumor for the purpose of helping or injuring an institution, a cause, or a person. The early Greeks and Romans used discourse to clarify a position. This persuasion could come in the form of an argument, debate, or discussion with a goal of trying to discover the truth that would impart wisdom and knowledge to all parties involved.

Rationing- Rationing is the controlled distribution of scarce resources, goods, or services. Rationing controls the size of the ration, one's allotted portion of the resources being distributed on a particular day or at a particular time.

The effects of World War II- Had far-reaching implications for most of the world. Many millions of lives had been lost as a result of the war. Germany was divided into four quadrants, which were controlled by the Allied Powers, the United States, United Kingdom, France, and the Soviet Union and itself was one of the survivors.

World War II Timeline

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What was it like for you to know you were never truly safe, that you always had to look at for Soldiers and such and hope you make it through everyday?

Was it traumatizing for you and your other siblings, being so young, to walk the streets and see Jews being hung?

Was its scary for you when you got deported from the ghetto to the Fuerstengrube labor camp in Poland and how did you feel having to work in the mines, gathering loose coal and putting it into wagons?

When the Soldiers told you on January 1945 that you were one of many prisoners force-marched towards northern Germany what went through your head, were you afraid of death?

Why were you liberated by the British, how did you get to America, was any of your family let free too?

Medals of World War II

These are medals that were worn by men from World War 2. The purple one is called the purple heart, which was worn by men who were wounded or killed while serving the U.S military. The red one on the bottom is a legion of merit Air Force. This one is awarded for exceptionally meritorious conduct in the performance of outstanding services and achievements. Next, the blue one is a distinguished flying cross for military merit. This is a medal awarded to any officer or enlisted member of the United States armed forces who distinguishes himself or herself in support of operations by "heroism or extraordinary achievement while participating in an aerial flight, subsequent to November 11, 1918. Then the bronze star, the red one in the box, is a United States Armed Forces individual military decoration that may be awarded for bravery, acts of merit, or meritorious service. Last is a Naval distinguished service medal, the green one in the box. This one is a military award of the United States Navy and United States Marine Corps which was first created in 1919. The decoration is the Navy and Marine Corps equivalent to the Army Distinguished Service Medal and the Air Force Distinguished Service Medal.

These items are significant because they all represent pride and honor of the soliders. They are of great value, and each medal has a different meaning behind it. Receiving one of these medals is one of the highest and most respected honors for a war veteran.

The Rape Of Nanking Propaganda Poster

James Braddocks Fights of the 1930's

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"The Comeback of the Underdog" (Outline)

The Story of James Braddock, a boxer, who wasn't as young or in shape as the

others, had an influential come back and became the champion for boxing during

the 1930's.

Main Character:

James Braddock: Born in New York City, earned his nickname, Cinderella Man, from his seemingly fairytale like rise from a poor local fighter to the heavyweight boxing champion of the world. Braddock had victories over fighters like Jimmy Slattery and Pete Latzo. He fought light heavyweight champ. Following the Loughran fight and the stock market crash of 1929, Jim Braddock was down on his luck. He began to have a hard time, struggling to win fights and put food on the table for his family. Eventually Jim's luck began to change. In 1934 he had wins against Corn Griffin and John Henry Lewis. Which set himself up for a shot for the title against heavyweight champion Max Baer. On June 13th, 1935, Braddock, as a 10 to 1 underdog, won the heavyweight championship of the world from Max Baer.

Short Summary:

As the United States enters the Great Depression, Braddock does manual labor as along shoreman to support his family, even after he had broken his hand. Unfortunately, he cannot get work every day. However, thanks to a last minute cancellation by another boxer, Braddock's longtime manager and friend, Joe Gould, offers him a chance to fill in for just this one night and make a little money.Braddock fought against the number-two contender in the world, Corn Griffin, and Braddock is seen as little more than a convenient punching bag.

Sources:

http://articles.latimes.com/keyword/james-j-braddock

http://www.jamesjbraddock.com/record/

http://www.highbeam.com/doc/1P2-23145641.html