The Axis Power
The Road to War
America at War
Georgia's WWII Contributions
Carl Vinson and Richard Russell
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This failed artist had a desire for world domination with his "Final Solution" (hint: he ruled Germany)
Adolf Hitler
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This act allowed the United States to send weapons, ships, tanks, aircraft, and even oil to its allied partners (such as Great Britain) without direct involvement in WWII
Lend-Lease Act
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The United States entered World War II following an attack on its military base at Pearl Harbor. Which number represents the location of Pearl Harbor?
Number 2 (Pearl Harbor is located on the island of Oahu which is a part of the island chain of Hawaii)
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What was a way that Georgia supported the American war effort during both World War I and World War II? (hint: think about places all over the state that involved military troops)
It operated military facilities that trained troops for combat
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What role did Carl Vinson and Richard B. Russell play in World War II?
They were powerful politicians who helped improve the U.S. military and promoted more military bases be built in Georgia
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A partner in crime with Adolf Hitler, this Italian dictator was sticking his chin where it did not belong during WWII
Benito Mussolini
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At the beginning of both World War I and World War II, the initial policy of the United States was to
Remain neutral
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This event took place on December 7, 1941, and resulted in the loss of 2,400 American lives and the permanent loss of 2 major U.S. warships
The attack on Pearl Harbor
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This photograph shows women learning welding in the 1940s. What significant event during WWII is highlighted by this image?
Women were needed for the war effort in World War II, especially for factory work.
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Why was Carl Vinson- seen below- given nicknames like "The Admiral" and "The Father of the Two-Ocean Navy"
He advocated for the development of a strong Navy
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Part of the Axis boys club, this one time ruler of Japan was not ready to make nice with the United States during WWII
Emperor Hirohito
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In the Spring of 1941, President Franklin D. Roosevelt signed into law a bill which allowed him to sell, loan, or give war material to countries for their defense against Axis forces. This bill was known as the.....?
Lend-Lease Act
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Why did Japanese Emperor Hirohito authorize his military to bomb Pearl Harbor in late-1941?
He hoped to destroy most of the U.S. Navy there.
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In what way did African Americans in Georgia benefit from World War II?
They enjoyed increased employment opportunities and earned higher wages.
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“The most expensive thing in the world is a cheap Army and Navy.” - Rep. Carl Vinson (GA), 1938
This quote by Representative Vinson could BEST be used to prove his desire for what?
Increase funding for the United States military
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This Axis Power would begin their war campaign by invading China and other Pacific nations before eventually launching a surprise attack against the United States
Japan
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According to the map, which area would have received the most amount of aid in under the Lend-Lease Act?
Britain
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As production increased to aid World War II efforts (i.e., building ships, airplanes, and other war supplies), how was the U.S. economy impacted?
Production boosted the economy, which helped lift the U.S. out of the Great Depression.
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During World War II, the Georgia cities of Savannah and Brunswick were BEST known for
Building "Liberty Ships"
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Senator (and former governor) Richard Russell, known for his influence in the Senate during the mid-20th century, played a significant role in securing funding for the establishment of this national public health agency in Atlanta
CDC - Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
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How do you think the the German and Japanese governments MOST LIKELY viewed America's passing of the Lend-Lease Act?
as the United States moving away from isolationist policies and no longer believing it was just a "European problem"
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"Yesterday, December 7, 1941—a date which will live in infamy—the United States of America was suddenly and deliberately attacked by naval and air forces of the Empire of Japan" - Which U.S. President used this quote to ask Congress for a declaration of war against Japan?
Franklin Delano Roosevelt (FDR)
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In 1942, a factory in Marietta began producing B-29 Superfortresses to supply the American war effort. What company operated the factory that is now owned by the United States Air Force?
Bell Aircraft
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What role did "Rosie the Riveter" (seen here) play during World War II?
Encourage women to enter the workforce
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Senator Richard Russell was instrumental in ensuring that Georgia maintained and improved upon these facilities for troops during WWII and beyond
Helped bring or maintain 15 military bases to the state of Georgia