Hey Folks! This week we will be continuing our unit on World War II and will be discussing how the US prepared for war, fighting a war in both Europe and the Pacific, and what life was like at home during the war.

Classes: Monday/Wednesday, 8:45 – 9:30 AM

 Zoom Meeting ID: 727 1779 5548

Learning Objectives

Topic 14.4 A War on Two Fronts

Objectives: Analyze the reason for and impact of the Allies’ “Europe First” strategy. Explain why the battles of Stalingrad and Midway were major turning points in the war. Discuss how the Allies put increasing pressure on the Axis in North Africa and Europe.

Topic 14.5 The Home Front

Objectives: Examine how the need to support the war effort changed American lives. Analyze the effects of the war on civil liberties for Japanese Americans and others. Explain how WWII increased opportunities for women and minorities.

New Assignments Due 1/25

1. Topic 14.4 A War on Two Fronts
2. Topic 14.5 The Home Front

Late Assignments that Close 1/25

1. Topic 14.1 Rise of Aggressive Dictators
2. Topic 14.2 America Debates Involvement
3. Topic 14.3 The United States Enters World War II