Prosperity/The war in the West
Which region of the US grew the fastest after WWII?
The West
Who established the War Production Board?
FDR
How many Native Americans served in the war?
25,000
True or False? Resorts, casinos, and race tracks had many customers during the War.
True
How many days after the bombing of Hiroshima did the United States drop the second atomic bomb on Nagasaki?
2 days later.
By what percent did personal income increase for US citizens?
Around 100%
What happened when previous corporations tried to mobilize production?
It failed.
How many native americans worked in war plants?
70,000
What allowed people to spend more money after the war?
War profits from the war economy.
Who primarily made the final decision to drop the nuclear bomb onto Japan?
Harry S. Truman
Why did the West Coast become much more militarized during WWII?
It was close to Japan
How much more synthetic rubber was made by the WPB than the Axis Powers?
Nearly twice as much.
What was the primary job many Native Americans had during the war?
Code-talkers
What did many communities lack that led to struggle during WWII?
Men and goods that went to the war.
What was the name of the ultimatum issued by the Allied leaders in July 1945, warning Japan of destruction if they did not surrender?
The Potsdam Declaration
How much money, in billions, did the US make from WWII?
40 billion dollars
What complaint regarding the production of synthetic rubber was made by military officials?
Military production was becoming excessive.
Why did native americans remain in the non-indian world instead of returning to reservations?
Opportunities for stable jobs.
What did many advertisements promote during the war?
Heroic stories of WWII
Which event in July of 1945 showed American leaders that the atomic bomb was a reality?
The Trinity Test
How many billions of dollars did the US federal budget increase by after WWII?
90-100 billion
Who was put in charge of the War Production Board?
Donald Nelson
What Native American memorably raised the American flag at Iwo Jima?
Ira Hayes
During WWII, many American soldiers said that they were, "Fighting for ______."
Home
What quote did Truman say that contradicted his actions on the A-bomb?
"This thing must not be permitted to exist on this earth. We must not be the most hated and feared people in the world."