Unit 2 Lesson 9: The Georgia Homefront During World War II
Georgia in World War II
1.Who was involved? Think about the people or groups who were involved and affected by this event.
2.What happened? Summarize the event!
3.Where did the event take place?
4.When did the event take place?
5.Why is this event important to Georgia’s history?
1. Those involved in Georgia during World War II included soldiers who were stationed in the state for training, workers in the defense industry who supported the war effort, civilians who experienced rationing and changes in daily life, and African Americans who faced discrimination and segregation while serving in the war.
2. During World War II, Georgia played a significant role in the war effort. The state became a hub for military training, with many soldiers stationed at bases throughout Georgia. The defense industry also boomed in the state, creating thousands of jobs for workers producing war materials. Rationing and other changes in daily life occurred as resources were redirected towards the war effort.
3. The event took place primarily in Georgia, with military bases, defense plants, and communities throughout the state being affected by the war.
4. World War II took place from 1939 to 1945, with the United States entering the war in 1941 after the attack on Pearl Harbor.
5. This event is important to Georgia's history because it showcases the state's contributions to the war effort and the impact of the war on the lives of Georgians. It also highlights the experiences of African Americans in the state, who faced discrimination and segregation both at home and while serving in the military. The war effort helped to boost Georgia's economy and led to social changes that would continue in the post-war years.