Watch the video below and think about these questions.
1) What was the purpose of the film? 2) What policy was still in effect during this time period? 3) Why might African-Americans have been hesitant to join the military during this time? Why might some have wanted to join right away? 4) How do you think the contributions of African-Americans affected the war effort? |
Click here to learn about how African-Americans contributed to WWII. Answer the corresponding questions on the module worksheet.
Click here to learn about the "Double V" campaign. Answer the corresponding questions on the module worksheet.
Watch the video below to learn about the "Red Ball Express." African-Americans served as drivers and mechanics for the Red Ball. Click here to learn more about the Red Ball and answer the corresponding questions on your module worksheet.
Click on each of the images below to learn about their significance to WWII. Write descriptions for each in your module worksheet.