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US in WW2
The United States participation in World War 2, both European and Pacific Theaters of the war.
10,317 Questions
What led to the us declaration of war in 1917?
The Zimmerman Telegram and hundred of American ships being sunk by German submarines led to the U.S declaration of war on Germany.
What weapons were used by soldiers in World War 1?
Unquestionably the most important piece of military hardware was the machine gun. In whatever form, from whatever country, and with whatever specific capacity, the machine gun was the weapon above all others that rendered all older tactics obsolete and influenced the course of the war. It was not until the invention of the tank, also invented during WWI, that cavalry forces could begin to be reincorporated to modern battlefield tactics. However, this is an EXTERMELY vauge question and one which could literally go on for books. Do you mean weapons? Vehicles? Personal non-comabt oriented gear? Communication? Habitation? Food? Medicine? Please refine your question.
i have got a list of weapons because im doing the same thing at my school
barbed wire
submarines
machine guns
rifles
torpedoes
zeppelins
i got more but i just cant be botherd to write more
Who invented aircraft carrier and when?
The British built the first true aircraft carrier in 1918. Earlier aircraft carriers were cruisers with wooden platforms built over their decks for airplane runways. The first landing of a plane on a ship was made by Eugene Ely when he landed on a platform on the cruiser Pennsylvania in 1911.
Why was the invention of atomic bombs a turning point in history?
it was the first time a real weapon of mass destruction was used in a major populated area. it was the first and so far only time a nuclear weapon has been used. it also stopped the war from lasting who nows how much longer.
AnswerRather obviously, viewed from the vantage point of our present time, the use of atomic weapons hearlded the potential for the total destruction of earth.It can be argued that the use of atomic weapons against Japan really was little comprehended at the time by virtually anyone. Even today, it is fair to say that the majority of people really have little actual comprehension of the immediate destructive effects of atomic weapons, let alone thermonuclear hydrogen bombs.
Reguardless, the important aspect is that the potential for unheard of worldwide destruction was realized in the demonstrated use of the atomic bombs.But it wasn't just the atomic bomb which revolutionized the concepts of military science, it was also the revolutionary advances made by the Nazis in rocket technology that truly created a "True Turning Point" in the history ofthe world.
Atomic bombs were still just bombs, they had to still be delivered to their intended targets. J.F.C. Fuller, a military theorist, contended that the principle primary weapon in any time was the one which had the greatest reach.This concept has been validated as the predominate and most significant principle in the analysis of warfare. In short, if an enemy can be attacked with a weapon of such range that it is impossible for them to strike back the ultimate conclussion is obvious defeat of that enemy. Thus, it is the employment of the strategic bomber and the aircraft carrier which dominate the allied actions in responding to the aggressors. The tank, combined with revolutionized tactical organization in its' employment, such as the use of specialized aircraft acting in the field artillery mode, and supported by mechanized infantry, enabled the Germans to essentially "Out Think" the Allied Forces which oppossed them. Ironic to think that these ideas were the actual work of a British Officer, J.F.C. Fuller. The German successes demonstrated that victory comes about as a result of doing things in a new way which upsets established principles. Not only that, but also the employment of a mechanized organization which, though tactical, still had the decisive effect of speeding up actions. In effect the Nazis speed up time, or were working in a time scale which was quite beyond the abilities of the Allies to deal with. A result of their more primitive defense plans which utterly failed to deal with the implications of developing technology. Thus, the "Time Factor" is a critical element in understanding not just defeat, but the psychological aspect of defeat via potential use of atomic weapons: Their use results in immediate and total destruction.
The Atomic Bomb and the V2 Rocket were the true technological devices which made a turning point in the history of the world. It is the legacy of these primitive devices which haunt our lives and stir our private innermost fears.The fear of Nuclear Armagedon.
What is the age and value of a 45 caliber us army model 1911 serial 1596336?
Your pistol was made by Colt in 1918.It should be polished blue and be marked UNITED STATES PROPERTY on the frame.To give you a value,I would need pictures and lots more info (barrel,grips etc.).If it is blued,in half way good condition, and has all the correct parts,minimum of $1,000 to a collector.For more info ,go to gunbroker.com.You can go to ask the experts and post pictures.You can also go to advanced search and go back 90 days and see what similar 1911s have sold for.I am a collector but am not in the same place as my reference books.If I can be of more help,email me.
What did the US want to happen in Germany at the end of World War 2?
What occured after WWI was that the German people felt that the loss of the war was the result of politicians and high level military personnel, along with the Jews, back stabbing the people by attempting to come to a surrender agreement before the military lost the war. Also, the Treaty of Versailles imposed harsh restrictions and reprerations on Germany and it's military. Government became non-functioning because of it's incredible fragmentation of political parties. Economic inflation reached a point where money was essentialy useless, and housewives would use it to literally start fires. No assistance of any kind was given to help rebuild or repair their economic, political and social infrastructure. It was very unstable and volitile. After WWII, it was critical to show the people that their military was completely defeated and no win was possible. Secondly, harsh penalties were avoided to keep the German people from resorting to extremist political groups for direction. Germany was thus spilt into 4 states controlled by the US, UK, France and USSR. The goal of the US, in short, was to create a new political system and gradually allow Germany a military. Also, to assist in the rebuiling of their economic infrastructure and to help rebuild their country after 6 years of a very destructive war, so that one day Germany would be a self-governing and stable state.
What did the Iwo Jima and Okinawa battles do?
These battles were very important to the U.S victory over Japan. BOth Iwo Jima and Okinawa where islands that held massive naval bases and airbases and severd as massive supply links to other Japanese islands. So when the U.S took them, it cut supply lanes to other unimportant, and important Japanese held islands.
Why was the usage of the atomic bomb controversial?
It is true the bombings end the war and did collapse Japan's means to make war ever again but the fact is that there were so many civilians casualties that a controversy emerged and even today, people are talking about it.
How far were the effects of the bomb felt?
According to a report submitted to the U.S. Department of Justice, the effects of the bomb blast could be heard and felt from up to 55 miles away. The effects of the blast also affected and damaged buildings in a 16 block radius.
What rights and privileges does Americans have?
we have the rights:
~ job opportunities.
~ freedom of speech, religion, and ownership.
~ education.
How many American soldiers killed by Japanese during World War 2?
Allies - China, USA, UK, Australia, Philippines, Netherlands, New Zealand, Canada, France, USSR:
- 4,440,000 military casualties
- 24 million civilian casualties
Axis - Japan:
- 2,133,915 military casualties
- 580,000 civilian casualties
Why isn't trench warfare used anymore?
Trench warfare isn't used anymore because for the most part it is outdated. The main strength of armies today are their ability of movement. Trenches and fox holes are useful if you need to protect a certain area. They are just like strong points. which still thorugh out wars they are used. But i don't think we will ever have the grand trenches like that of world war I. Also the technology we have now could easily defeat the trench. Just iamgine world war I having a cruise missile. "Sir, we need tog et through that trench". Man gets on radio, calls to a ship, give coordinates, missile caomes in and blows hole in trench, men charge across field filling gap and succesfully penetrate enemies defensive line.
How did the US gradually become involved in World War ll?
The US always supported Great Britain and France in fighting German and Italian aggression by selling war equipment and vehicles to them. When Japan bombed Pearl Harbor, the US became fully involved in the war.
What are some of the affects of the atomic bombs dropped on japan?
the atomic bomb was dropped on civilians not military and killed any where between 75000-250000 people when it landed, another thing is mostlikely today there is still heavy radition on th spot the bomb was dropped. one other it could have done is with the sudden increase of the test bomb, fatboy, and fatman could have completely destoyed the earths atmosphere.
What benefits does bronze star gets?
Some states allow you a free license Tag and registration for the life of the awardee and surviving spouse. Plus you earn the satisfaction of knowing you did your best in a theatre of combat. Only "real" ones which matter are those awarded w/a "V" device.
What was the name of the first atomic bomb that US dropped on Japan?
The first bomb that was dropped for war purposes was a uranium bomb code named "Little Boy" that was dropped on Aug. 6, 1945 on Hiroshima and the second was code named "Fat Man" and it was a plutonium bomb dropped on Aug. 9, 1945 on Nagasaki. The was ended only 1 day after the second bomb was dropped. The bombs caused Japan to surrender. Both a-bombs (atomic bombs) caused about 128,000 people to die and over 120, 000 people suffered from radiation sickness and cancer. So much suffering led many of them to die shortly after.
What were the areas controlled by japan in the pacific in ww2?
You can find whole sections of libraries filled with books on that topic. If you can find tapes or DVDs of the television series "Victory at Sea" that gives an excellent accounting. The short answer is that in 1942 the Japanese attacked and conquered virtually all of the American and European held islands, and those that were independent, west of Hawaii in order to protect their conquests on the Asian mainland. Then between 1942 and 1945 they got the snot beaten out of them by the United States. Michael Montagne
Who are the good guys and bad guys in The Outsiders?
i THINK THE SOCS IS THE BAD ONE AND PONYBOY GROUP IS THE GOOD ONE.
Which fighter plane in World War 2 had the most kills?
The highest scoring US plane was the P38 Lightning, with 40 kills.
What was the name of the bomb dropped on Hiroshima?
An atomic bomb codenamed "Little Boy" was dropped on Hiroshima at 8:15 AM on the 6th of August, 1945.
Why was the Truman Doctrine important?
Under the Truman Doctrine, the U.S. offered military aid to countries such as Greece and Turkey that were fighting communism inside their borders.
What was the percent of American soldiers died on World War 2?
Before World War 2 the Global Population was about 2.5 Billion and around 72 Million People were killed during World War 2, 13.4 Million being the Holocaust alone.
So do the math
72 Million/2.6 Billion*100 = 2.8%
