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Racial barriers were more dented than broken down during WWII. Although Blacks and Asians could enlist, they went into combat in segregated units commanded generally by white officers. Examples would include the 442nd Infantry Regiment (Japanese-Americans) and the Tuskegee Airmen, the 332nd Fighter Group & 477th Bombardment Group, all black. (I have been fortunate to be acquainted with one of them.)
On the home front, lack of (white) workers meant opportunity for Black Americans (as well as women of all colors) in defense plants, but their own testimony indicates that they suffered low pay and harsh treatment even as they helped the war effort. Still, the eventual if grudging acceptance of Black folk (men primarily) into manufacturing, especially in Southern California, did help build a Black middle class in Los Angeles county.
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Was What an impact World War 2 had on African Americans?
It broke down racial barriers because of the high demand of jobs.
What step did the US take during World War 2 to decrease racial discrimination in America?
The U.S. banned racial discrimination in defense plants.
What home-front problems existed during World War 2 besides housing problems and racial tensions?
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Which code was never broken by the enemy during World War 2?
The code that was never broken by the enemy was based on the language of Navajo. Neither the Japanese, nor the German could break the code words. The code was used by people that fought in the Pacific war during world war 2.
Why did World War 2 temporarily break down racial barriers at home?
The war industry needed hundreds of thousands of workers. So they hired both genders and all races. Many of the whites learned to make friends with their fellow workers and to learn about their cultural ways. The tragic part was that it was only temporary. The women seemed to accept them better and not carry on so many racial grudges later but the men seemed to harbor strong feelings during the war and after the war. The problem was not even begun to be resolved until the Civil Rights Act in the 1960s. Another factor was the community effort to support the war with war bonds, Red Cross projects and other events. The different races would mix to roll bandages, collect metal and other items and to help the wounded in the hospital. I don't know if this was true in the south but it was in the north and the west.
Was What an impact World War 2 had on African Americans?
It broke down racial barriers because of the high demand of jobs.
How did World War 2 break down racial barriers in the US?
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Why were racial tensions high during World War 1?
Firstly, WW2 Was probably more racial. Just saying.
Site of a serious racial disturbance during World War 2?
Detroit, Michigan
What step did the US take during World War 2 to decrease racial discrimination in America?
The U.S. banned racial discrimination in defense plants.
What events showed racial tension in the United State during World War 2?
Germans killing the jews.
What are the three world records broken in the Olympics?
At some point during the history of the Olympic games, most world records for most sports have been broken.
How many world records were broken during the 2012 Olympic Games?
25
Was the Congress of Racial Equality a militant organization?
No, the military was segregated during World War 2. Racial segregation was not abolished until 1948 under executive order from Harry S. Truman.
In Call Of Duty World At War wii can you get exp without killing someone?
this is from nazi zombie 187 no unless you are in nazi zombies then you just build any broken barriers
Do you feel bad for Hank Aaron?
For having a record of his broken which, in the context of things happening in the world, is absolutely meaningless? Not hardly. For having to put up with racial injustice and bigotry during his life? Absolutely. It's just a record, and having it broken does not diminish his accomplishments as a ball player. And something tells me if you asked Aaron if he would rather have had to deal with the bigotry or have his record broken, he would choose the latter in a heartbeat.
The movement of tens of thousands of southern blacks north during World War 1 resulted in?
Racial violence in the north
