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Mexican Americans played a significant role in World War II, serving in various capacities both on the front lines and on the home front. Approximately 500,000 Mexican Americans served in the U.S. Armed Forces, contributing to key battles and campaigns throughout the war. Additionally, they were vital to the wartime economy, working in factories and fields under programs like the Bracero Program, which addressed labor shortages. Their contributions helped challenge stereotypes and laid the groundwork for the civil rights movements that followed the war.
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How were the Americans drawn into ww2?
because of pearl harbor
Which two states have the highest concentrations of Mexican Americans?
The two states that have the highest concentration of Mexican Americans is California and Texas. The two states have 61 percent of Mexican American population.
What was the role of Mexican-Americans in WWII?
Mexican-Americans played a significant role in World War II, serving in various capacities both on the battlefield and on the home front. Approximately 500,000 Mexican-Americans enlisted in the military, contributing to key campaigns in Europe and the Pacific. On the home front, they worked in war industries and participated in programs like the Bracero Program, which brought in laborers to support agricultural production. Their contributions helped challenge stereotypes and paved the way for the Civil Rights movement in the post-war era.
What war did the most Americans die in besdies the civil war?
WW2.
What camps were Japanese-Americans forced into during WW2?
Internment camps
When did Mexican Americans and Americans begin to vote?
in 1789 mexican and asian americans began to vote
When did Mexican Americans and Asian Americans begin to vote?
in 1789 mexican and asian americans began to vote
What were Mexican Americans fighting for?
the Mexican Americans were fighting for the border between TX and Mexico
What was true about Japanese Americans in ww2?
Sadly there were 110,000 - 120,000 Japanese Americans sent to the internment camps during WW2.
What is true about the term chicano?
it refers to mexican americans <3
What are Mexican born Texans called?
Mexicans, Americans or Mexican-Americans. Be aware that "Mexican", "American" and even "Texan" are nationalities, not ethnic definitions.
Why did Americans seek independence after World War 2?
Americans were already independent during and after WW2. America became independent about 160 years before WW2.
What do Mexicans and Mexican Americans have in common?
A rich Mexican heritage.
What has the author Frank Pino written?
Frank Pino has written: 'Mexican Americans' -- subject(s): Bibliography, Mexicans, Mexican Americans, Spanish Americans
Why were Mexican Americans deported to Mexico during the great depression?
Many thought Mexican Americans were taking jobs and welfare money from white Americans.
How were the Americans drawn into ww2?
because of pearl harbor
Why were many Mexican Americans deported to Mexico during the Great Depression?
Many thought Mexican Americans were taking jobs and welfare money from white Americans.
