1. Total War

2. Total War
WWI was the first modern war that relied on technology, machines and lots of soldiers
In order to succeed, every industry in a nation had to contribute to the war effort.
Total War: Every part of a country’s economy is focused on supporting the army and war
Front line: Soldiers fighting on battlefields
Home front: Civilians at home helping

3. Conscription
Every nation in the war had universal military conscription, which required all young men to serve in the military or other service (the draft).

4. War Bonds
To raise money, governments encouraged people to buy war bonds
Donated money to government for a short period

5. Weapons Factories
Normal factories would begin to make tanks, airplanes, guns and supplies for soldiers

6. Agriculture
Farmers would grow fruit, vegetables and grains to help feed the soldiers.

7. Rationing
Governments required people to ration, or eat less food, to save more food for soldiers.
Soldiers often ate better than civilians on the home front.

8. The Role of Women
Women often worked in factories because the men were off fighting in wars
Rosie the Riveter, from WWII

9. Propaganda
The use of media (posters, speeches, video) to persuade someone of something

10. Exit Slip
Why would Total War help a country win a war?