In 1935 and 1936, the supreme court rules two alphabet agencies as unconstitutional. What were they and why did this happen?
NRA (1935) and AAA (1936) as Roosevelt used federal powers that the constitution did not give him.
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Later historical reflections concluded that...
1. The alphabet agencies were short-term solution that provided cheap labour and did not solve the economy. 2. The USA's entry in WWII ultimately lifted the country.
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What were the7 impacts of the WWII on the USA?
1. Conscription 2. Wartime production 3. Contribution of Women. 4. Playing a part in the war front 5. Internal migration 6. End to unemployment 7. Increased role of Federal Governement
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How many men and women were drafted in the into the armed forces?
16 million
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In 1944, what major contribution was the USA known for
Providing half the weapons in the world.
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In total how many women were in the workforce during the war?
19 million
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How much did Americans raise to finance the war effort?
$129 billion
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How many Americans migrated to find jobs between 1941-1945
27 million
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How many people were unemployed in 1944?
670,000
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