The Godfather | Compare and Contrast
1940s: American support for American involvement in World War II is overwhelmingly strong. The Godfather's anger that his son enlisted in the war is extremely unusual.
1960s: American support for American involvement in The Vietnam War becomes weaker every day. More and more people sympathize with those who would like to keep their sons out of military service.
Today: The United States has not drafted soldiers into military service since 1973.
1940s: Women have a narrow, specific place in society. There are only a few professions, such as nurses and...
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