The United States and the Second World War, 1939-1945

At the close of World War II, Americans rejoiced in their victory. Historians now point to several controversial aspects of the American experience during World War II. Discuss the following: Japanese Internment, Double V Campaign, Mexican Americans, and Hiroshima and Nagasaki. Why are these events controversial now? How do you think the United States should have dealt with each of these issues at the time? Use specific historical examples and details.