Georgia's Historical Impact in WWII

The video covers Georgia's history in the early 20th century, focusing on the impact of post-WWI events, the Great Depression, and WWII. It discusses the economic and social challenges faced by Georgia, including the boll weevil infestation and drought. The New Deal's influence and political figures like Eugene Talmadge and Franklin Roosevelt are highlighted. The video also explores Georgia's role in WWII and the Holocaust's impact on racial attitudes, setting the stage for the civil rights movement.

What are the two main standards covered in Unit 6?

• Post-World War I events and World War II impact

• Civil Rights Movement and Industrial Revolution

• Modern Georgia and Technological Advances

• American Revolution and Civil War

What was a major challenge for Georgia during the Roaring Twenties?

• Economic boom

• Boll weevil infestation

• Urbanization

• Technological advancements

Who was the Georgia governor that opposed New Deal programs?

• Richard Russell

• Franklin Roosevelt

• Eugene Talmadge

• Carl Vinson

What was one of the New Deal programs' focuses in Georgia?

• Urban development

• Military expansion

• Rural farmers

• Technological innovation

What event led to the United States officially entering World War II?

• Attack on Poland

• Battle of Britain

• Invasion of France

• Bombing of Pearl Harbor

How did World War II impact Georgia's economy?

• Boosted industrialization

• Increased agricultural focus

• Reduced military presence

• Decreased industrialization

What was the impact of the Holocaust on Georgians?

• Increased isolationism

• Re-evaluation of racial policies

• Support for Nazi Germany

• Indifference to global events

Which company contributed to Georgia's industrialization during WWII?

• Boeing

• Bell Aircraft Company

• Ford Motor Company

• General Electric

What should students understand about Georgia's military bases?

• Their role in the Civil War

• Their importance during WWII

• Their decline in the 1990s

• Their economic impact in the 21st century

What is the purpose of the learning objectives in this unit?

• To memorize dates and events

• To understand Georgia's historical impact

• To focus on modern technological advances

• To prepare for a history exam