THE UNITED STATES IN WORLD WAR II by G. Kurt Piehler (Editor) ( 9781444331202 )

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THE UNITED STATES IN WORLD WAR II
A DOCUMENTARY READER

By:

G. Kurt Piehler (Editor)

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Paperback

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1444331205

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9781444331202

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JOHN WILEY AND SONS LTD

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Uncovering the Past: Documentary Readers in American History

Pages:

316

Description:

World War II profoundly changed America: not only did it serve as the impetus for far-reaching changes in all aspects of life at home, but it also dramatically altered the perception of America internationally.

Synopsis:

This reader brings together 78 primary documents that capture the diversity of experiences of Americans who lived through World War II, from presidents and generals to war workers and GIs. * Illustrates the political, diplomatic and military history of the conflict, including well-known documents, such as the Atlantic Charter and Franklin Roosevelt s Congressional address requesting a declaration of war against Japan * Highlights the far-reaching economic, social and cultural changes caused by the war, such as the struggles to find day care for the children of women war workers, and the experiences returning veterans * Includes an introduction, document headnotes and questions at the end of each chapter designed to encourage students to engage with the material critically

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Wiley-Blackwell (an imprint of John Wiley & Sons Ltd)

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