World War II and American Economics and Employment



World War II and American Economics and Employment

Introduction

During the 1930s the spark of World War II had begun to be seen by others. The World War II was one of the main reasons of the revolution of America and in making prominent and visible changes to the economy.It transformed United States by making it one of the most powerful states in the world. In the history, World War II is considered to be the most destructive war which had an impact globally.Before the war, America was facing great depression, and they were worried that after the war it will get worse, but this did not happen. In fact, the World War II proved it to be helpful for the country. The United States entered the World War II on 8th of December, 19411.There were different reasons why United States entered in the war, the reasons are listed below:

Sub attack of Germans on the naval destroyer of United States, while they were escorting the ships of British.

The support of Military Allies gave United States an opportunity to supply war weapons and goods to British.

On the 7th of December, 1941, Japan had declared a fight by attacking the Pearl Harbor, and the next day, United States announced and entered the World War II.Japan had attacked the Pearl Harbor it resulted in loss to US as 2400 civilian lost their lives, 18 ships and 350 planes were damaged, and around more than 1500 civilians were wounded.After this event, Japan had a stunning victory, and United States declared war on Japan.

After United States declared war on Japan, on11th December, Italy and German declared war on US.

Discussion

Causes of World War II

The reasons why the world entered in to a war are very significant in understanding the effects of war. Some of the causes are listed below:

The countries were facing political instability, and they had to take actions to make it stable.

The Great Depression had stroked many countries, and they were facing issues because of it.

Fascism was another main reason for the World War, as it means that the complete authority and power is given to the dictator. So the rise is Fascism is also a major cause of World War.

The conflicts between the different countries regarding a number of issues lead to World War II.

An Alliance was formed by Japan, Germany and Italy which was commonly known as Axis Powers. This alliance was another reason which contributed in the World War II.

Impact of World War II on United States

The World War II had a great impact on the United States; some of the prominent features of its impact are listed here2:

The Great Depression ended after the World War II in US, asthe stock market opened up for United States and they took full advantage of this opportunity.

The budget of US increased remarkably after the World War II, and some prominent changes were viewed in the budget. After the war, the budget increased the way it had never in ...