The war caused the US government to take control of the economy and shift companies to produce specific materials crucial for the war effort, such as rubber, aluminum, and copper for equipment. Women joined the workforce to fill the new jobs, taking on roles traditionally held by men. They worked in factories, as depicted by the famous "Rosie the Riveter" character. Women also served in the armed forces in medical, intelligence, and administrative roles in organizations like the WAC, WASP, and WAVES. At home, Americans supported the war through rationing of scarce goods, recycling of materials, and purchasing war bonds. The government and organizations created posters to recruit and encourage these efforts.

1. Life At Home

2. Industry The war caused Franklin Roosevelt to make a decision to shift the economy of the United States.

3. The government took control of the situation and asked many companies to produce specific materials . These were crucial to the production of airplanes, tanks, ships, and other weapons.

4. Certain materials such as rubber, aluminum, and copper were needed to produce equipment for the troops. Airplane production drastically increased during the war.

5. The specialization of products also allowed the United States to make alliances with new countries. They traded with many countries in South America to get materials for production. This new boom of production created many new jobs . Who are going to fill these positions while the men are off fighting?

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7. Women With the men overseas, women took many roles that were traditionally set for men. Many women took jobs and played a major role in the work force.

8. Women such as Rosina Bonavita became famous for their work in factories. She became known as “ Rosie the Riveter ” for help role in the production of airplanes.

9. Women in the Service Women also served in the armed forces . They were not allowed to fight in combat , but their service was just as important. They served in the medical field, intelligence, and administration.

10. Organizations WAC ( Women Army Corps) WASP (Women’s Air Force Service Pilots) WAVES (Women Accepted for Emergency Service) Red Cross USO

11. Back Home Back home many Americans were looking for ways to support the cause. The government stepped in and asked for many people to do their part.

12. Rationing Materials were scarce. The government came up with rationing . This is the limiting of goods and products so the troops could have supplies. Such supplies as sugar, butter, and coffee were rationed. Ration books were designed to help with the regulated consumption of these goods.

13. Recycling Recycling played a major role in the war effort at home. Copper, Aluminum , and rubber were asked to be recycled. The mints used such metals as steel to make pennies . This was to cut down on the use of copper.

14. War Bonds The U.S. government needed money to help fund the war effort. They issued War Bonds to people. War bonds are where people loan money to the government and receive compensation in return.

15. The Media Many organizations decided to show their support for the war by producing posters . These posters were designed to recruit and persuade the public to agree with the organizations. Characters such as Uncle Sam , Captain America, and Rosie the Riveter were used on these posters.

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19. Assignment Your assignment is to create a poster of your own. You have the rest of the period to work on this.