Geographic, Political, Economic and Social Effects of WWII On Texas.

Three facts about the impact of WWII on the geography of Texas. Geographic Impact Question: Three facts about the impact of WWII on the geography of Texas.

Answer Texans planted “Victory Gardens” Gas and Oil increased production Military bases were built across Texas due to our mild climate.

Victory Garden Propaganda

Geographic Impact Cont. Question: What types of natural resources was Texas able to contribute to the war effort? What were they used for? Describe two…

Answer: Lumber- built barracks Oil – to fuel military vehicles

How did the population of Texas shift during WWII? Question: How did the population of Texas shift during WWII?

Answer: People moved from the rural (country) to the urban (city) areas for job opportunities.

Question: Why was the geography of Texas good for military use? Give two reasons:

Answer: Texas had a large amount of unused land Climate was mild enough to build military installations.

Impact on Texas today Those resources in demand during war time are major industries in Texas today.

Question: 3 facts about the political impact of WW II on Texas.

Answer: 12,000 women served in the military. Texans occupied every rank and branch of the services. Chester W. Nimitz was one of the 12 admirals from Texas. 12,000 women served in the military.

Question: Who were people from Texas that held high ranking government or military positions during WWII? Describe two…

Answer: Oveta Culp Hobby: organized the Women’s Auxiliary Army Corps. (WAAC). Gen. Dewight D. Eisenhower: commander of allied forces in Europe.

WAAC’s

WASPS or WAAF

WAVES

Question: How many Texans served in the armed forces? How many casualties were from Texas?

750,000 served in the armed forces Over 22,000 casualties Answer: 750,000 served in the armed forces Over 22,000 casualties

Numerous Casualties

Question: What types of military installations were located in Texas during World War II? Describe two….

Answer: Army base – Fort Sam Houston, San Antonio, Texas Internment camps – (Latin Americans and California Japanese)- Kenedy, Texas

Impact on Texas Today Political leaders from Texas still hold high ranking positions in the government and the military. Since WWII there have been three presidents from Texas: Lyndon B. Johnson, George Bush, and George W. Bush.

Lyndon B. Johnson 36th President

George Bush Aviator in WWII 41st President

George W. Bush 43rd President

Social Impact Three facts about the social impact of World War II on Texas.

Answer: Women became more independent as they helped with the war effort in factories and in the military. GI Bill – Provided free education and special loans for returning military. Discrimination – African Americans and Mexican Americans experienced less discrimination in Europe and wanted the same equal treatment when they returned stateside.

Who were some Texans who were heroes during WWII and what did they do? Question: Who were some Texans who were heroes during WWII and what did they do? Describe two…

Answer: Audie Murphy – Gen. Eisenhower – successfully ran the the most decorated soldier with 33 awards and medals. Famous Hollywood actor. Gen. Eisenhower – successfully ran the entire campaign on the European war front. 34th U.S. President.

Question: What were ways that Texans changed their lifestyle to support the war effort? Describe Four…

Answer: Texans rationed their everyday goods like metals and certain foods like sugar. Texans planted “Victory Gardens” Purchased War Bonds Women had to take on the role of head of household because their husbands went off to war.

What were ways Texas Women supported the war effort? Question: What were ways Texas Women supported the war effort? Describe two…

Answer: Women joined military units as WAAC’s, WAVES, and WASPS. Worked in factories and businesses. “Rosie the Riveter”

Desegregated military. Impact on Texas Today Women and minorities Serve in a Desegregated military.

Minorities inWII

Three facts about the economic impact of World War II Question: Three facts about the economic impact of World War II On Texas.

Answer: Factories were built in Orange and Beaumont to build ships and airplanes. The economy caused an increase in the Texas population. The oil and gas industry grew during this time.

Texas change during World War II? Question How did jobs in Texas change during World War II?

Answer: They changed from agriculture to manufacturing.

support the war economically? Question How did Texans support the war economically?

Answer: Texas provided 80% of the oil needed to fight the war.

most significant during WWII? Question: What types of Industries were the most significant during WWII?

Answer Oil Industry Lumber Industry Construction

Wartime industries are still important in Texas today; for example, Impact on Texas today Wartime industries are still important in Texas today; for example, Oil and Lumber.