U.S. Mobilization for World War II
At a glance:
- Series: Great Events from History: North American Series
- Categories: Government and Politics, Military History, Economics
- Subcategories: Wars, Battles, World War II, Industry, Manufacturing, Factories
- Curriculum: American History 1901-1950
- Geographical Location: United States
- Date: Beginning August, 1939
Article abstract: The prospect of involvement in war prompts conversion of domestic production to meet military needs.
Summary of Event
In June, 1940, German forces overran France. U.S. industrial mobilization became necessary when large British orders for military supplies were received. European events also aided the Roosevelt Administration in passing a number of military appropriations bills. Although more money was becoming available for war production, U.S. industry was reluctant to exploit this market. Conditioned by the static economic situation...
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