HISTORY
WORLD WAR II
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Question
[CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
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Men like Carl Vinson and Richard Russell lobbied to get military installations in Georgia
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Industries like the Bell Bomber Plant in Marietta put people to work
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Shipyards in Savannah and Brunswick built ships and put people to work
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All of the above answers are correct
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Detailed explanation-1: -Savannah, Brunswick played an important role in Liberty ship construction. During World War II, 173 Liberty ships were launched at Savannah and Brunswick. The ships delivered supplies to America’s allies.
Detailed explanation-2: -Georgia played a significant role during America’s participation in World War I (1917-18). The state was home to more training camps than any other state and, by the war’s end, it had contributed more than 100, 000 men and women to the war effort.
Detailed explanation-3: -In what way did African Americans in Georgia benefit from World War II? Segregation was officially ended in Georgia and throughout the South. They enjoyed increased employment opportunities and earned higher wages.
Detailed explanation-4: -Georgia’s farms, textile mills and railroads mobilized for the war effort. Private citizens established “Victory Gardens” to assist with the food supply. Volunteers joined the Red Cross, sewing circles, war bond drives and other agencies and initiatives.