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During WWI, a man named Charles Schenck was brought to trial concerning his use of free speech. He had written and distributed pamphlets that condemned the draft to enlist soldiers. The Supreme Court declared this to be a violation of the Espionage Act of 1917. While Schenck argued the right to free speech, this ruling implied that free speech could be prohibited if it posed a "clear and present danger". The Espionage Act would later be involved in WWII with the Rosenburg case.

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Japanese invasion of Manchuria (September 1931)

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Japanese invasion of Manchuria (September 1931)

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Japan's disregard of previous treaties involving the Chinese region of Manchuria sparked the rift between the U.S and Japan. Through further inquiry and investigation, the League of Nations denounced Japan's actions (Though no serious attempts were made to ratify this). This further strained the economic relationship of China and the U.S.

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As the threat of war increased, Congress declared their decision for America to stay neutral. To prevent any involvement, a series of Neutrality Acts were created (the first signed in 1935). It banned the country from exporting war materials to foreign nations at war.

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Though similar to previous Neutrality Acts, it further described the circumstances of remaining neutral in foreign issues. It imposed more embargos that restricted the export of war goods to other countries.

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President Franklin Roosevelt’s Address on the Neutrality Act of 1937

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German Invasion of Poland (September 1939)

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German Invasion of Poland (September 1939)

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When German troops invaded Poland, it consequently triggered the start of WWII. This act eventually caused France and Great Britain to declare war on Germany. This nation would represent the sufferings of the Holocaust and the notorious site of concentration camps.

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Cash and Carry Plan -Neutrality Act of 1939 (November, 1939) 

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Cash and Carry Plan -Neutrality Act of 1939 (November, 1939) 

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Though the United States was still neutral in the war, the Neutrality Act of 1939 lifted the embargos on war goods as outlined in the two previous acts. This plan, however, contained a provision that European nations buying goods had to provide transport and pay in cash. Providing transport prevented the U.S. from being targeted by German ships, as was seen in WWI.

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Though the United States was formally neutral at this time, it was approved by Congress that the U.S. could supply war materials to the Allied Nations. Officially, any nations that "deemed vital to the defense of the United States" could receive support. Some perceived that the U.S had a moral responsibility towards foreign nations under German rule.

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Issued by President Roosevelt, this Executive Order banned any form of employment discrimination, which would be enforced by the Fair Employment Practices Commission. This was specifically targeted towards the nation's defense industry. This had a big effect on the efficiency to produce and supply war goods to Allied nations.

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Attack on Pearl Harbor (December 7, 1941)

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Attack on Pearl Harbor (December 7, 1941)

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The Japanese Navy Air Service launched a surprise attack on the United States naval base in Honolulu, Hawaii. The next day, President Roosevelt declared war on Japan. This consequently led to Germany declaring war on the U.S, due to their relationship with Japan.

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The aftermath of Pearl Harbor led to further distrust and discrimination of Japanese-Americans. It was later put into a federal policy that made it legal for the military to relocate American citizens with Japanese ancestry to internment camps. This was seen as an effort to protect America from "all persons deemed a threat to national security."

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The Battle of Midway was a four day naval battle between Japan and the United States, taking place over the Pacific Ocean. The U.S Navy launched a successful surprise attack on the Japanese Navy. Ultimately, the United States declared victory in this battle as Japan lost a significant number of naval resources.

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D-Day is considered one of the most important dates in WWII, as well as the largest seaborne invasion in history. Over 150,000 Allied forces invaded Normandy Beach, which was under German occupation. It was a victory for the Allied Nations, and signaled the cessation of Germany's control over Europe.

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This day is marked by the surrender of Germany to the Allied nations, officially ending the Nazi regime in Europe. It was significantly influenced by the growth of Allied victories and the death of the Nazi Party leader, Adolf Hitler.

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Dropping of the Atomic Bombs (August 1945)

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Dropping of the Atomic Bombs (August 1945)

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The first deployed atomic bomb was administered by the United States over the Japanese cities Hiroshima and Nagasaki. Combined, it resulted in the deaths of about 130,000 to 230,000 people. Though seen as a Allied victory, it remains controversial due to the significant deaths of civilians who were not directly involved in the war.

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Known internationally as the last day of WWII, Japan officially surrendered to the Allied Nations. A day marked in celebration, it was announced by President Truman to be a "victory of liberty over tyranny"