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1. “World War II was a ‘Total War,’ meaning whole countries—
governments, militaries, and the civilian populations—were
fighting for their very survival. Although the United States was
late getting into the war, when it did enter, the entire population
mobilized. Consequently, all sacrifices and decisions from 1941
to 1945 were aimed at total victory over the Axis Powers.”
Explain this statement. How did American men and women
militarize, mobilize, and make sacrifices on the Home Front to
support the war effort? How and why does this explain the
decision to use the atomic bomb? Use specific information to
support your answer.