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World War II holds a special place in the American psyche as the country's greatest triumph, and the soldiers of World War II are frequently referred to as "the greatest generation" for their sacrifices in the name of liberty. Over 16 million served (about 13% of the population), and over 400,000 were killed during the war; only the American Civil War saw more Americans killed.
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Over - Americans served in World War 1?
two million
Over how many Americans served in world war 1?
2million.
What uniform did soldiers wear in World War 2?
That would depend on the country that they came from or the unit they served in.
Japanese-Americans who served in World War 1?
Japanese-Americans have always been a valuable part of any American war effort. During World War 1, they served as part of the All Japanese Company D unit, First Hawaiian Regiment of Infantry. Japanese Americans were a large portion of Hawaii's population during the time, and stepped forward to enlist willingly. They hoped their enlistment would lead to them gaining American citizenship. Sadly, this did not happen.
How many US service members served in World War 2?
Over 16 million US servicemen were in uniform. US Women served as special volunteers in the WAVEs & WACs.
How many Hispanic Americans served during world war 2?
a little bit over a 100,000.
What did African Americans do to help the war effort during World War 2?
They served in the US military.
What other nationalities besides Native Americans and Blacks served the US during World War 2?
Japanese American, Mexican Americans, Philipino Americans, etc.
Were there African-Americans during world war 2?
Certainly there were Black Americans who fought and served during World War 2 in all the armed forces. The most famous crew of them are called the Tuskeegee Airmen. Their story is on Wikipedia and at their own web site.
Over - Americans served in World War 1?
two million
Over how many Americans served in world war 1?
2million.
What uniform did soldiers wear in World War 2?
That would depend on the country that they came from or the unit they served in.
How many Americans served and lost their lives in world war 2?
16 million served 408,000 died
How many US army served in World War 2?
Over eight million, roughly half of the sixteen million Americans in uniform. The other eight million was divided between the Navy, Army Air Force and Marine Corps.
Japanese-Americans who served in World War 1?
Japanese-Americans have always been a valuable part of any American war effort. During World War 1, they served as part of the All Japanese Company D unit, First Hawaiian Regiment of Infantry. Japanese Americans were a large portion of Hawaii's population during the time, and stepped forward to enlist willingly. They hoped their enlistment would lead to them gaining American citizenship. Sadly, this did not happen.
How many US service members served in World War 2?
Over 16 million US servicemen were in uniform. US Women served as special volunteers in the WAVEs & WACs.
What war had the largest number of Americans in the armed forces?
World War II. Over 16 million Americans served.
