Recap the United States' involvement in World War II, beginning with a description of how America's isolationist foreign policy had been shaped prior to the outbreak of war. The video then continues by discussing the attack on Pearl Harbor, conflicts in the Pacific and North Africa, entrance into the European theater, and use of the atomic bombs on Hiroshima and Nagasaki.

Concepts

atomic bombs

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Additional Tags

lend lease act, atomic bomb, war in the pacific, social studies

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Classroom Considerations

• This video is hosted on YouTube

Pros

• Reviews concept and impact of total war
• Can be used as an interesting discussion/writing prompt on history as a tool for developing empathy

Cons

• Queue video to skip initial advertisement

Common Core

SL.9-10.5 SL.11-12.5 RH.11-12.4 RH.11-12.7