Publisher's Synopsis
Unlike other resources, which often focus on the day-to-day battles and other military details of World War II, American Home Front in World War II examines the effect of those battles on the people living in America. From issues of ethnicity to home front organizations, this three-volume set explores the complexity of this often-overlooked aspect of the war.
American Home Front in World War II: Almanac discusses major events on the home front, including the changing role of women, Civil Defense and the draft.
American Home Front in World War II: Biographies highlights 26 key figures, such as Norman Rockwell, The Andrews Sisters and others.
American Home Front in World War II: Primary Sources includes primary material from a variety of sources, including speeches, documents and more.
For table of contents, sample pages or other volume specific information see the entry for the Almanac, Biographies or Primary Sources.
