Learning Objective for The Social Impact of World War II

The Second World War was a major turning point politically and militarily not only for the United States, but also globally. This unit will give a voice to the women, minorities, defense workers, and protestors who maintained the home front during the mass mobilization for the war. Analyzing these civilians will help you uncover the long-term social and cultural changes that continue to shape America today. After evaluating the documents, answer the unit’s central question: How did World War II affect civilians on the American home front, and how did American society change as a result of the war?