In this module we will learn about technology and the home front during WWII.
Relevance:
We will recognize how advancements in technologies affected life in WWII and the world we live in today. By learning about the contributions and sacrifices of Americans living during a time of total war, we can better appreciate the opportunities we enjoy in the United States today.
Standards addressed:
US.66 Describe the war’s impact on the home front, including rationing, bond drives, movement to cities and industrial centers, and the Bracero program.
US.67 Describe the major developments in aviation, weaponry, communication, and medicine (penicillin), and the war’s impact on the location of American industry and use of resources.