Home front during World War II

Changing a Global Perspective All Quiet on the Western Front, an international bestseller, was named the greatest war novel of all time for a multitude of reasons. These reasons do not include his ability to tell an enticing story or describe key points in great detail, but because it changed the perspective of millions of people all over the world and their concept of war. In Remarque’s All Quiet on the Western Front, he shattered the idea of war everyday citizens had by telling the story of…

the construction of national spirit. “In a country of the vast geographical dimension of Canada, broadcasting will undoubtedly become a great force in imparting a national spirit and interpreting national citizenship” (Acland, 1929, pg. 6). During World War II, radio was used to gain public support. Meanwhile, in Western Canada, isolated farms utilized radio for education that they could otherwise not access, as well as building personal connections through forums. After WWII, music began to…

status. During World War I, World War II, and post-war times we treated other ethnic groups unfairly and because of this Canada does not deserve its multicultural reputation. Canada’s army limited who could fight, be treated with respect, and be acknowledged in the army during World War I, depending on their ethnic background. To begin, all Canadian…

While World War I, also known as the First World War or the Great War, began in 1914 after the assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand and lasted four years, ending in 1918, tension had been stirring long before throughout Europe; specifically, in the southeast Balkan region known as the “powder keg.” European powers such as the Ottoman Empire, the Russians and other parties had a number of alliances that were threatened by political instability. The murder of the heir to the Austro Hungarian…

The deadliest conflict in human history, also referred to as the Second World War, took place from 1939 to 1945, and was known by such a bold title, as it was comprised of events that lead to the immense death count of civilians and soldiers. The book Catch-22 written by Joseph Heller tells the story of Yossarian, a 28-year-old bombardier from the 256th Squadron of the US Air Force, trying to avoid flying any more combat missions. The novel takes place on Pianosa, a small Italian island not far…

fundamentally effect the outcome of world war II. When these advances occurred they usually were not implemented immediately into the war theater These victories with the use of technologies often happened with experienced utilization by leaders who had weighing factors on their side such as the ability to reproduce, have personnel to make use of and to take advantage of opportunities with the technology. Some examples include the invention of the tank in the first world war and its use in the…

for Women and Minorities during World War II During World War II the United States of America (USA) faced a great challenge in fighting a war on two fronts. Not only did they need to draft hundreds of thousands of men to fight the war, but they also needed to increase the number of factories greatly to meet the high demand of resource production needed to support those Soldiers. Due to a shortage of manpower and the need for weapons, ammunition and supplies, World War II provided job…

changed after World War II World War II started with a healthy list of rich powerful countries. At the end of the war only two so called super powers were left. The United States did not want any part of the war effort originally. The only program that was in place was the Lend-Lease Act which was put in place to provide relief to free countries to help bounce back from what the war was doing. This essay will cover why the United States joined the war and how the war was ended. The war did…

denim jumpsuit and a red polka-dot bandana in front of a yellow background saying “We Can Do It!”. Even if the name “Rosie the Riveter” does not ring a bell, her face is one someone cannot go a lifetime without seeing. This piece of propaganda, and many others including songs and stories, are all part of the campaign that is Rosie the Riveter. Originated in the early the 1940’s, this campaign inspired millions of women to get out of the typical home life and start working the men’s jobs. The…

What were the conditions of World War I Australian nurses compared to World War II Australian Nurses and were there outstanding changes in the different wars? We all hear how much nurses affected the war but how much is known about their experiences? Since the 100 years of Anzac we have found out so much more about the experiences of World War I nurses with series such as the ABC Anzac Girls. Less is known about the nurses of World War II nurses to the general public. What were the differences…