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Four Freedoms freedom of speech and expression, the freedom to worship God in his own way.We should underline the point that in their original context, the Four Freedoms were designed as a global moral framework, on which to base the restructuring of international relations after World War II

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Four Freedoms freedom of speech and expression, the freedom to worship God in his own way.We should underline the point that in their original context, the Four Freedoms were designed as a global moral framework, on which to base the restructuring of international relations after World War II

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Charles Lindbergh The America First Committee (AFC) was organized in September 1940 to oppose America`s potential intervention in World War II. Hitler`s invasion of Poland had precipitated war in September 1939

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Charles Lindbergh The America First Committee (AFC) was organized in September 1940 to oppose America`s potential intervention in World War II. Hitler`s invasion of Poland had precipitated war in September 1939

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It is generally agreed that no American city contributed more to the Allied powers during WWII than Detroit. Appropriately, then, Detroit grew to become known as "The Arsenal of Democracy" after a fireside chat conducted by President Franklin D. Roosevelt.

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It is generally agreed that no American city contributed more to the Allied powers during WWII than Detroit. Appropriately, then, Detroit grew to become known as "The Arsenal of Democracy" after a fireside chat conducted by President Franklin D. Roosevelt.

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US President Franklin Roosevelt's "Great Arsenal of Democracy" speech. HD Stock Footage

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The difference between the cash and carry out policy and the lend lease act 

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The difference between the cash and carry out policy and the lend lease act 

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Cash and Carry allowed England to purchase American military supplies (trucks, tanks, planes, escort destroyers, etc.) after World War 2 broke out. However, England was quickly running out of money purchasing these supplies. So Pres. Roosevelt developed Lend Lease, where the United States would lend or lease the supplies to England in return for future payments. When Germany invaded Russia, the United States made the Soviet Union eligible for the lend lease program as well

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September 5th

1939The United States government declares its neutrality in the European conflict.

September 27th

1939The German battleships Deutschland and Graf Spee are let loose on Allied shipping convoys in the North Atlantic.

October 1st

1939The Graf Spee goes on to sink four more Allied merchant vessels during the month of October.

November 4th

1939The United States government revises its neutral stance and allows for sales of military goods to occur - the buyer responsible for payment and transport.

December 2nd

1939The Finnish government seeks assistance from the League of Nations.

December 14th

1939The Soviet Union is expelled from the League of Nations.

May 31st

1940The U.S. government commits millions to a new defense program aimed at modernizing and strengthening the current force.

June 13th

1940U.S. President Franklin Roosevelt signs a $1.3 billion dollar commitment to modernize the United States Navy fleet in preparation for possible war.

June 13th

1940War goods begin leaving U.S. shores bound for Britain.

June 20th

1940Republican Frank Knox is appointed Secretary for the Navy by President Roosevelt.

June 20th

1940Republican Henry Stimson is appointed Secretary for War by President Roosevelt.

July 25th

1940In an effort to disrupt the Japanese war economy, the U.S. government enacts a restrictive licensing program for its export of important steel and oil products.

September 2nd

1940The British and American governments agree to a deal for the British to receive some 50 old USN destroyers.

November 5th

1940Franklin Roosevelt is reelected to a third term as President of the United States.

December 29th

1940Roosevelt's Fireside Chat radio program attempts to strengthen American support for the war against the Axis through supporting the British effort.

January 2nd

1941The U.S. government commits to construction of some 200 merchant ships to support the Allied cause in the Atlantic.

January 29th

1941High level talks between the British and the Americans results in strengthening ties for the nations in the event of an American declaration of war with Germany.

February 1st

1941The United States Navy reorganizes into three independent fleets to cover possible battlefronts in the Atlantic, Pacific, and the Asia-Pacific regions.

March 11th

1941President Roosevelt signs the Lend-Lease Act into law allowing the United States government to militarily support - with delayed payments - any and all allies when U.S. interests are threatened.

March 30th

1941United States vessels capture some sixty-five ships aligned with the Axis powers.

April 10th

1941The first US combat action against Germany occurs - this being the USS Niblack destroyer firing on a marauding German U-boat violating the US security zone.

November 26th

1941The Japanese naval fleet leaves home port and heads to Hawaii.

December 6th

1941American codebreakers begin tracking down a multi-part message - made up of 14 total components. Only the first 13 are actually deciphered, each being passed on to the President and the Secretary of State.

December 6th

1941An attack against America is now deemed imminent though the consensus being that it will occur against interests somehwere in Southeast Asia.

December 6th

1941American President Franklin Roosevelt sends a final peace appeal to the Empire of Japan to which there is no answer.

December 7th

1941At 7:53AM, complete surprise by the Japanese Navy and the first wave begins their initial strike. This force is made up of 50 medium bombers, 43 A6M Zero fighters and 40 Kate torpedo bombers. Targets are the battleships hunkered down in the harbor and airfields used by the USAAF.

December 7th

1941The attack on Pearl Harbor is over at 9:45AM. Over 2,400 people are killed and a further 1,178 are wounded. More die in the ensuing days while 1,104 sailors eventually perish within the hull of the battleship USS Arizona, its magazine stores ignited by a single Japanese bomb.

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he Dawes Plan of 1924 was formulated to take

Weimar Germany out of hyperinflationand to return Weimar’s economy to some form of stability. The Dawes Plan got its name as the man who headed the committee was an American called Charles Dawes.

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Known as "D-Day", was a critical battle, opening second front against Germans, was intense and costly. Proved the beginning of the end for Nazi Germany, according to the U.S. Navy

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Battlefield Normandy 1944 Heavy Combat Footage

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Greatest Tank Battles The Battle of Easting

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Music = Really Slow Motion - You Will Be This Legend (Extended Version) Link to his youtube channel - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCRJcLPBG8AL7CY24bHNV76w

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Was significant because it supported an Allied victory. It  marked the end of Germany's advances into eastern Europe and Russia and was the first major German loss during the war.

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U.S. surrender the Bataan Peninsula to the Japanese. 75,000 Filipino and American troops had to march to prison camps. Did it in unbearable heat & harsh treatment by Japanese guards.

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The video talks about how MacArthur was an American general known for his command of Allied forces in the Pacific Theater during World War II and his leadership.

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Greatest Generals Best Top Leader Inspiration Strength Army Navy Marines Air Force Business Management Sales Zig Ziglar Principle Centered

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Life and Times of General Douglas MacArthur

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Universal The Story of Douglas MacArthur

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Powerful Leadership - General Douglas MacArthur

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A government documentary of the life of an incredible leader of World War 2 Allied forces - General Douglas MacArthur.

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The US funded its WWII effort largely by raising taxes and tapping into Americans' personal savings. Americans purchased approximately $186 billion worth of war bonds, accounting for nearly three quarters from 1941-1945.

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Its cultural icon of the United States, representing the American women who worked in factories and shipyards during World War II, many of whom produced munitions and war supplies.

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In the video, one learns that order 9066 caused the Japanese-American generation to be othered,  following the attack on Pearl Harbor. Congress wanted to add them to concentration camps.

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map that illustrates the axis and allied powers in ww2

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map that illustrates the axis and allied powers in ww2

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the allies where Britain, France, USSR, China and US vs the Axis which was Germany, Italy and Japan. Mussolini's fascist party believed in supreme power of state.hey were the countries who were involved in world war ll . The axis was with Germany and the allies were with the U.S.

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They were the guys who transmitted messages in their native language (with English mixed in) between the Marine units closing in on Japan. It was a code the Japanese could not crack.

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25 Events on a timeline

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WWII was the deadliest war that the human race has ever seen. With more than just army casualties the lives of many civilians were effected and/or ended by the war.

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This advertisement was put out by the US Navy as a recruiting poster to encourage women to enlist in the WAVES. It dates from the 1940s during World War II.

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On August 4, 1942, the Bracero Program was a series of bi-lateral agreements of Mexico and the U.S, allowing Mexican men to work on agricultural labor contract in the U.S.

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Forgotten Voices: The Story of the Bracero Program

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The significance of the airmen was that they were the first black servicemen to serve as military aviators in the U.S. armed forces, flying with distinction during World War II.

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The Holocaust brings many images to mind. The one I've chosen let's others see how many are seen as less than cattle in the eyes of Germany's leader Adolf Hitler.

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After the Yalta Conference this was held to discuss post-war borders and the reconstruction of the ruined countries. This brought up many issues after Germany's surrender, a.k.a. their only enemy.

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This map shows how the surprise attack on pearl harbor caused the United States to get into the Second World War. Battles raged on land and sea throughout the Pacific.

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The most controversial meeting during WWII, it was held between the major powers to decide Germany's fate after their defeat. The resolution was to split Germany and occupy the areas.

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In 1941, the U.S was making an atomic bomb, in case attacked by Axis Powers- known as the Manhattan Project. Robert Oppenheimer was in charge of assembly at Los Alamos.

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Harry Truman announces that the bombs dropped on Nagasaki and Hiroshima were used to weaken the Japanese army and its people. The attack made many aware of Americas growing power.

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One of the bloodiest battles of WWII, over the small volcanic island of Iwo Jima, whose location could provide aid to whoever owned it. The island's location was very strategic.

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The march of the Imperial Japanese Navy was stopped by the U.S. Navy, which only lost one naval ship in return. Without this the Japanese could've easily dominated the skies.

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The Battle of Midway: Anatomy of a Decisive World War II Victory | Battle 360 | History

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Map of American Involvement in European Theater.

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Map of American Involvement in European Theater.

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This map shows which parts were allies to the US. It also shows where some wars took place and it shows where allies and enemies came from and went through.

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Germans launch their last major offensive attack in an attempt to push the Allies away from their territory. Largest battle fought on the Western Front, named for the surrounding Bulge.

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World War II in HD: Battle of the Bulge | History

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The attack on Pearl Harbor Was a surprise air strike attack in the US by 353 Japanese bombers and torpedo planes, launched from six aircraft carriers causing a lot of damage.

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The Attack On Pearl Harbor - December 7, 1941